Nurturing Nursery Assistant — Play, Learn & Care

Academics; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Canterbury is helping a nursery fill a Nursery Assistant role starting in September. The position is 4 or 5 days per week, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, offering a supportive environment for those with nursery or early years experience.

The role involves supporting children's learning and daily routines, creating a safe and nurturing space, and collaborating with the wider team to foster play-based learning and strong relationships with children, colleagues and parents.

Qualifications

• Previous nursery, early years or childcare experience.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years is desirable.
• Genuine passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning, development and daily activities.
• Help create a safe, fun and nurturing environment.
• Encourage children through play-based learning and structured activities.
• Work closely with the nursery team.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support with personal care and daily routines when required.

Skills

Nursery experience

Team player

Play-based learning

Education

Childcare Level 2

Childcare Level 3

Job description

Academics in Canterbury is helping a nursery fill a Nursery Assistant role starting in September. The position is 4 or 5 days per week, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, offering a supportive environment for those with nursery or early years experience.

The role involves supporting children's learning and daily routines, creating a safe and nurturing space, and collaborating with the wider team to foster play-based learning and strong relationships with children, colleagues and parents.