Nursery Assistant - Lunch Cover 10.30 - 2.30pm

Little Dukes; Brighton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension scheme

Free staff lunch

Cycle to work scheme

Health and wellbeing programme

Company events

Sick pay

Job summary

Little Dukes is hiring a Nursery Assistant for lunch cover in Brighton (10:30–2:30pm). You will support care and learning for children aged 0–5 within a warm, nurturing environment.

Experience in a nursery or childcare setting and knowledge of safeguarding are preferred. A friendly, team-focused approach is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy—genuine love for working with children.
• Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations and safeguarding guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for learning and growth.
• Observe and assess children's development; raise any concerns.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s progress.
• Keep the nursery clean, organised and well-maintained.

Skills

Patience and empathy

Nursery/childcare experience

Safeguarding/regulations knowledge

Team player

Job description

Nursery Assistant - Lunch Cover 10.30 - 2.30pm

Nursery Assistant - Lunch Cover 10.30am - 2.30pm.

Brighton - Bloomsbury Street Day Nursery

Hove Village provides a warm, stimulating environment for children in which they feel secure, nurtured, and settled.

Qualifications:

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g., Safeguarding)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive work environment with a friendly team
• Company Pension scheme
• Free staff lunch
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Company events
• Sick pay

Duties:

• Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
• Observe and assess children's development, identifying any areas of concern
• Collaborate with parents and other staff members to support children's individual needs
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development
• Ensure the nursery is clean, organized, and well-maintained at all times
• Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children

If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.

AboutHove Village Day Nursery Ltd.:

Hove Village provides a warm, stimulating environment for children in which they feel secure, nurtured, and settled. We have our own amazing creative classes including yoga, music, dance, art, languages, and sports, all with a special Hove Village flair. The sky is the limit in terms of your future prospects, and we have an excellent in-house training programme. We are ready to welcome and support you now, so that you really enjoy each and every day here – we believe Hove Village is a very special place to work.

Little Dukesis part of the Dukes Education family – a group of independent nurseries, schools and colleges located throughout Europe. We are united in our common goal to provide exceptional educational opportunities to children of all ages. Our Vision is to offer the best pedagogical approaches, such as Montessori and Forest School, but with the flexibility for our members of staff to shine, grow and develop along with the children and families they support.

Dukes Educationis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.