Nursery Assistant — Start Your Childcare Career (No Qualification)

Randstad Education; Horley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Horley is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Assistant to support qualified staff, assist with daily routines, and help create a safe, engaging environment for children.

No formal childcare qualification is required; however, an Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service is expected or willingness to obtain one. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, in Horley, at £14.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in nursery, school, youth club or childcare setting.
• No formal childcare qualification required for this role.
• Possession of an Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to undergo a check before starting.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, reliable, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified early years practitioners in providing high-quality care, play, and supervision.
• Support daily nursery routines, activities, and meals.
• Help create a safe, clean, welcoming environment for children to learn and grow.
• Engage children in play-based learning activities aligned with EYFS standards.
• Assist with light housekeeping, tidying play areas and maintaining hygiene standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Friendly and reliable

Hands-on approach

Tools

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Job description

Randstad Education in Horley is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Assistant to support qualified staff, assist with daily routines, and help create a safe, engaging environment for children.

No formal childcare qualification is required; however, an Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service is expected or willingness to obtain one. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, in Horley, at £14.00 per hour.