Nursery Nurse

Aspire People; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery agency is looking for an Unqualified Nursery Practitioner to assist in delivering high-quality childcare. In this role, you will support daily routines, play, meals, hygiene, and supervise children. Candidates should have a passion for working with children and good communication skills. An ideal position for someone looking to start a career in childcare within the vibrant environment of Lincoln.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Reliable, caring, patient, and enthusiastic.
• Basic literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support children's learning through play.
• Assist with mealtimes and hygiene routines.
• Help maintain a clean and welcoming environment.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Reliability

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Job Title: Unqualified Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Assistant

Location: Lincoln (or nearby area)

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / ad-hoc as required

Hours: 15 - 30 hrs per week

We are working with a friendly and caring nursery dedicated to giving every child a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment to grow, learn, and play.

Role Overview:

As an unqualified nursery practitioner, you will assist the senior staff in delivering high-quality childcare. You will support with daily routines, play, meals, hygiene, and general supervision of children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Encourage and support children's learning through play
• Help with setting up and tidying activity areas and resources
• Assist with mealtimes, nappy changes / toileting, sleep routines
• Always supervise children safely
• Build positive relationships with children and parents / carers
• Follow nursery policies on health & safety, safeguarding, behaviour
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Attend team meetings and undertake required training

Person Specification / Qualities We Are Looking For:

• A genuine passion for working with children
• Reliable, caring, patient, and enthusiastic
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Some experience or exposure to working with children (voluntary or informal) would be a bonus
• Basic literacy and numeracy

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks