Pre-School Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Assistant to join their outstanding Pre-School. This role offers the opportunity to work Monday to Friday during term time, focusing on the welfare and development of children. You will be responsible for creating rich learning experiences and ensuring a safe environment for children. With a commitment to continual professional development and a supportive team culture, this position is perfect for those eager to make a meaningful impact in early years education. Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and a range of benefits that support your growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Continual professional development opportunities

Managerial development training

Access to online courses

Employee assistance program

Staff childcare discounts

Paid lunch breaks

6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Two weeks shutdown at Christmas

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in early years childcare.
• No formal childcare qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care and learning opportunities for children.
• Safeguard and promote children's health, safety, and welfare.
• Plan and provide effective care and teaching.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare Experience

Knowledge of EYFS

Safeguarding

Commitment

Passion for Childcare

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Job description

Nursery Assistant (SG18) - Monday to Friday (term time only) - £12.00 per hour

We are currently looking for passionate and dedicated experienced nursery assistants to join this OFSTED-rated Outstanding Pre-School in SG18. They pride themselves on encouraging exploration, investigation, and adventure for the children and are passionate about the children's welfare, wellbeing, and development. This role is Monday - Friday, 42 weeks per year (39 weeks of term time, plus 3 weeks of school holiday activities) from 7:15 am to 4:30 pm.

What we can offer you (benefits):

1. Salary £12.00 per hour
2. Continual professional development opportunities for all employees
3. Managerial development training
4. Access to a directory of wide-ranging online courses
5. Employee assistance program - discounts and free vouchers for various services and high street stores
6. Staff childcare discounts
7. Paid lunch breaks
8. 6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, paid
9. Two weeks shutdown at Christmas
10. Inspirational core values embedded throughout daily practice, fostering a culture where every staff member has a voice

What we need from you:

• You do not need a childcare qualification but must have at least 1 year of experience working within early years childcare
• Commitment
• Passion to deliver outstanding childcare
• Ability to work within a team
• Broad knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding

Your duties will include:

• Taking charge of a key group of children
• Delivering rich learning opportunities and exceptional care to support children's development
• Planning and providing effective care, teaching, and learning
• Safeguarding and promoting the health, safety, and welfare of children
• Working in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers, and other professionals to meet individual children's needs
• Making accurate and effective use of assessments reflecting children’s needs, interests, and developmental stages