Nursery Assistant — Term-Time, Flexible Hours

GLF Schools; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration model

Job summary

Aureus Primary School and Nursery, part of GLF Schools, in Didcot, Oxfordshire, seeks a passionate Nursery Assistant with Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification for a fixed-term role across the next academic year. The post supports early years learning and welfare, with safeguarding commitments and close teamwork with staff, parents and carers.

You will deliver high-quality care and learning experiences, plan activities, and help children reach their full potential within a nurturing school

Qualifications

• Holds a full and relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C+
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children
• Confident in safeguarding procedures and boundaries
• Knowledge of keyworker systems and nursery health and safety
• Effective communicator with children, colleagues and parents
• Able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through structured activities
• Plan engaging activities to meet EYFS goals
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and carers to support each child
• Maintain safeguarding standards and child welfare
• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Work flexibly within a nursery setting and team

Skills

Level 2 childcare

Level 3 childcare

GCSE Maths C

GCSE English C

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Job description

Aureus Primary School and Nursery, part of GLF Schools, in Didcot, Oxfordshire, seeks a passionate Nursery Assistant with Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification for a fixed-term role across the next academic year. The post supports early years learning and welfare, with safeguarding commitments and close teamwork with staff, parents and carers.

You will deliver high-quality care and learning experiences, plan activities, and help children reach their full potential within a nurturing school