Nursery Early Years Assistant (UQ)

Nursery World; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Harrogate is seeking an unqualified Nursery Early Years Assistant for a full-time position at their nursery. This role involves working 30 hours per week, ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning in line with the EYFS. The ideal candidate will provide care, maintain a safe environment, and work closely with colleagues and families. Competitive salary of £19,126 and attractive perks including a childcare discount, enhanced leave, and professional training opportunities offered.

Benefits

Access to high-quality professional training

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Pension scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Your birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Responsibilities

• Ensure children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development.
• Provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

Skills

Strong EYFS knowledge

Passion for early years education

Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development

Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Job description

Job Details

Nursery Early Years Assistant (UQ) – Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery & Pre-school

Harrogate, North Yorkshire | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary £19,126

About The Role

Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery & Pre-school is seeking an unqualified nursery practitioner to take on the full-time 30 hours per week role of Nursery Early Years Assistant. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

What We Offer

• Partou Academy – access to high-quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays!
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.