Nursery Teaching Assistant

Academics; Rochester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistants to support a range of nursery settings across Medway. This role offers flexible, ad-hoc hours including early starts and late finishes, with assignments varying daily.

Successful applicants will have Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, prior Nursery or Early Years experience, and a commitment to safeguarding. Enhanced DBS and references will be checked as part of our safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery or Early Years settings.
• Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Available for ad hoc shifts with short notice.

Responsibilities

• Support children in nursery settings to create a safe, engaging environment.
• Assist with a range of learning activities and play-based learning.
• Cover planned staff absences and short-term vacancies as needed.
• Collaborate with teams across different nursery settings.

Skills

Flexible

Reliable

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Teaching Assistant

Private Nursery Settings Across Medway

Shifts can range from 7am - 4pm or 9am - 6pm

(Sometimes the nurseries can offer shorter hours)

Are you an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work?

We are seeking reliable and adaptable Nursery Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming nursery settings across Medway. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced childcare professionals looking for flexible, rewarding work with the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of nursery environments.

The Role

You will provide high-quality support within nursery settings, helping to create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and thrive. Assignments may vary from day to day, covering both planned staff absences and last-minute sickness, so flexibility and reliability are essential.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who:

• Have previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.


• Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification


• Have a genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.


• Are flexible and available to work on an ad hoc basis, often at short notice.


• Are confident working as part of different teams and can adapt quickly to new environments.


• Have excellent communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.


• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

If you're looking for flexible work and enjoy making a positive difference in Early Years settings, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safeguarding requirements.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy