Nursery Assistants

Step Teachers Ltd; Beccles; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE weekly pay

Exclusive perks: retail discounts, gym

Well-being support via pay portal

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking Nursery Assistants for flexible short-term and long-term opportunities across Norfolk. The role supports children aged 0–5, delivering EYFS-aligned activities in a nurturing setting and helping with observations and learning records.

Candidates should have experience in nurseries, understanding of EYFS, and a caring, enthusiastic approach with strong teamwork and safeguarding commitment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting is ideal.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of age-appropriate activities.
• Assist with care and well-being of children aged 0–5.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and early learning development.
• Assist with observations and learning records when required.
• Support personal care routines when appropriate.
• Collaborate with early years staff and practitioners.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Eyfs knowledge

Caring & patient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Nursery Assistant – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Nursery Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different early years settings. You will be supporting young children in Great Yarmouth and the surrounding areas, helping to create safe, nurturing, and engaging environments where children can learn, play, and develop.

Duties as Nursery Assistant:

• Support the delivery of age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Assist with the care, supervision, and well-being of children aged 0–5
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and early learning development
• Assist with observations and contribute to learning records when required
• Support children with personal care routines when appropriate
• Work collaboratively with early years practitioners and nursery staff
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote children’s welfare at all times

Ideal Nursery Assistant:

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and early child development
• Caring, patient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues
• Adaptable across different settings and routines
• Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal