Nursery Assistant Practitioner - Term-Time Early Years

Blenheim Schools; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakfields Preparatory School in Upminster is seeking an experienced Nursery Assistant Practitioner to join our warm Early Years team. You will support children aged 2-5 through play-based learning, delivering activities aligned with EYFS and helping them develop independence, confidence and key social skills.

The role runs 8.00am–4.00pm, Monday to Friday, at Oakfields Prep in RM14 2YG, with a salary from £21,893.02 per year depending on experience.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Experience working within an EYFS environment.
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Positive, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting nursery life.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the learning, development, and wellbeing of children aged 2-5.
• Delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and valued.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, communication, and social development.
• Observing and contributing to children's developmental progress and achievements.
• Building positive partnerships with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Promoting high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare at all times.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Child development

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)

Tools

First Aid Certification

Job description

Oakfields Preparatory School in Upminster is seeking an experienced Nursery Assistant Practitioner to join our warm Early Years team. You will support children aged 2-5 through play-based learning, delivering activities aligned with EYFS and helping them develop independence, confidence and key social skills.

The role runs 8.00am–4.00pm, Monday to Friday, at Oakfields Prep in RM14 2YG, with a salary from £21,893.02 per year depending on experience.