Nursery Assistant

Kiddie Capers Childcare; Merlin (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Me Day

Sick pay

Discounts across retail, leisure and I

Appreciation incentives

Wellbeing support

Discounted childcare

Development opportunities

Job summary

Kiddie Capers Childcare in Merlin House, Haywards Heath is seeking a dedicated Nursery Assistant to support our nursery team in delivering high-quality care and early education for young children. You will join a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard and your professional development is supported.

You will help create a safe, nurturing setting, follow the EYFS framework, and build positive relationships with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• A passion and interest in working with children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality care and activities that support individual and group development
• Plan and deliver creative indoor and outdoor play experiences
• Act as key person, monitoring and recording children’s progress
• Follow EYFS guidance and nursery policies
• Work closely with parents/carers
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks, promoting good nutrition and social eating
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas before and after meals
• Support children with personal care and toileting needs

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Description

Where little moments make big futures. Be part of a team that helps children discover the world around them through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. You’ll work in a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your professional development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact.
We are looking for a
Nursery Assistant to join our fantastic team in
Merlin House, Haywards Heath. In this role, you will support the nursery team in providing high-quality care and early education for young children. Working alongside experienced staff, you will help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. You will assist in following the EYFS framework to support children’s individual development and contribute to building positive relationships with families and colleagues.
Salary & Hours:

• £8.00-£12.71 per hour (depending on age)
• 40 hours Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality care and activities that support individual and group development
• Plan and deliver creative indoor and outdoor play experiences
• Act as key person, monitoring and recording children’s progress
• Follow EYFS guidance and nursery policies
• Work closely with parents/carers
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks, promoting good nutrition and social eating
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas before and after meals
• Support children with personal care and toileting needs

Requirements

• A passion and interest in working with children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Benefits

• 30 days holiday (pro rata for part time roles), including bank holidays plus increased holiday allowance with length of service
• A 'Me Day'
• Company Sick Pay
• Discounts across retail, leisure and utilities
• Termly Employee Appreciation Incentives
• Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted childcare across all our sites
• Development opportunities in a rapidly growing company