Nursery Bank Level 3 Eductor

Little Elms Daycare Nursery & Pre-Schools; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,597 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Childcare discount

Fantastic Transport Links

Free uniform

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Little Elms Daycare Nursery & Pre-Schools in Croydon is looking for Nursery Assistants and Nurses to join as bank staff on a zero hours contract. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe and stimulating environment, supporting education, and building relationships with children ages 0-5. Candidates require a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, strong communication skills, and a passion for working with young children. Competitive pay at £13.50–15.00 per hour and flexible opportunities for progression are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery.
• Interest in working with children aged 0-5 years.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of the nursery for children aged 0-5.
• Deliver high-quality care and early education.
• Assist in planning age-appropriate activities.
• Supervise and engage with children during activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized nursery environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and health policies.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Observe and record children’s progress.
• Support children with personal care routines.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Ability to use initiative

Passion for the Early Years

Education

Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years

Job description

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery, Shirley Limited

Department: Little Elms Shirley

Compensation: £13.50 – £15.00 per hour

Description

Little Elms is a family run business where people really matter, feel valued and have a voice. Whilst all of our nurseries provide exceptional levels of quality care and education, they are all completely unique! Our Shirley nursery is looking for Nursery Assistants and Nursery Nurses to work as bank staff covering shifts on a zero hours contract.

Benefits on offer

• Hourly Rate: £13.50–15.00 per hour
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
• Generous Childcare discount
• Fantastic Transport Links
• Free uniform is provided
• Opportunities across all 10 of our nurseries for progression

Qualifications

• A full & relevant Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years
• Experience working in a nursery
• An interest in working with young children (from 0-5 years)
• Team player
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to use initiative
• A passion for the Early Years

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and employment references.

Little Elms Day care Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Little Elms Day care Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5.
• Work as part of the team to deliver high-quality care and early education.
• Assist in planning and setting up age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
• Supervise and engage with children during play, mealtimes, and rest periods.
• Help maintain a clean, tidy and well‑organised nursery environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and health and safety policies at all times.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe and record children’s progress, sharing information with the team to support individual development.
• Support children with personal care routines as needed (e.g. nappy changing, toileting, handwashing).
• Contribute to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the nursery’s values.