Unqualified Nursery Assistant

Empowering Learning; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in childcare is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Assistant to support private nurseries in Leeds. The role involves working with children aged 6 months to 4 years, offering personal care and applying behavior management strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about early childhood education and eager to engage learners in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Free Team Teach and CPD courses

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Experience in managing challenging behavior.
• Comfort working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to children aged 6 months to 4 years.
• Manage challenging behavior using appropriate techniques.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Communication skills

Behavior management

Teamwork

Child interaction

Independence

Job description

Job: Unqualified Nursery Assistant

Location: Leeds, LS22, LS23, and LS29

Salary: £25,000 to £27,000
Start: ASAP

The School and Role

Empowering Learning is working closely with a large chain of private nurseries based in Leeds. The nurseries cater to children aged 6 months to 4 years. Their hours are from 8 am to 6 pm, with flexible, ad hoc, temporary, and permanent work options available.

We are looking for permanent staff to start as soon as possible. Please note, working in a nursery requires providing personal care.

Requirements

The ideal Unqualified Nursery Assistant will have:

• The ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate effectively at all levels
• The ability to manage challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
• Experience and comfort working with children
• Having a driving licence is desirable

What we offer

As a Unqualified Nursery Assistant, you benefit from:

• Pay rates to scale
• Pension contributions
• Free Team Teach and CPD courses
• Access to a dedicated consultant

How to apply

If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to engage learners, and would like to work in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you.