Part-Time EYFS Nursery Assistant – Nurture & Learn

Lancashire County Council; Coppull; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Eccleston Primary School in Chorley is seeking a warm Nursery Assistant / Early Years Teaching Assistant to join Beechbuds Nursery. Part-time, 19.5 hours per week during term time, with shifts Wed–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm.

You will support learning and development in the EYFS, maintain a safe, inclusive environment, assist with care routines, and work as part of a supportive team under the EYFS lead, with a Level 2 childcare qualification preferred.

Qualifications

• Level 2 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Desirable Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Paediatric first aid certificate (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning, play and development through high-quality interactions, activities and continuous provision.
• Maintain a clean, safe and stimulating environment, indoors and outdoors, following school Health & Safety procedures.
• Be sensitive to the needs of all children and promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Support children with care routines such as toileting, snack times and personal hygiene.
• Assist in preparing resources, setting up and tidying learning areas, and maintaining equipment.
• Observe children’s progress and share information with the class teacher or EYFS lead as required.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Patience

Reliability

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 childcare qualification (desirable)

Job description

Eccleston Primary School in Chorley is seeking a warm Nursery Assistant / Early Years Teaching Assistant to join Beechbuds Nursery. Part-time, 19.5 hours per week during term time, with shifts Wed–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm.

You will support learning and development in the EYFS, maintain a safe, inclusive environment, assist with care routines, and work as part of a supportive team under the EYFS lead, with a Level 2 childcare qualification preferred.