Nursery Assistant

Are you a Nursery Assistant looking for a new nursery setting? Or have you recently qualified and are looking to start your career?

We are excited to be opening a brand-new nursery in Ham Street, Ham, Surrey in April 2025, and we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Assistant to join our team! Our setting is designed to be a homely, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and develop to their full potential. As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a key role in making this vision come to life.

Key Responsibilities of the Nursery Assistant:

• Provide high-quality care and education to children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.
• Support the planning and delivery of activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring a stimulating and engaging environment for the children.
• Build strong relationships with the children and their families, promoting open communication and collaboration.
• Observe and assess children’s progress and development, keeping accurate and up-to-date records.
• Work as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, supporting colleagues and encouraging a positive atmosphere.
• Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and conducive to learning, with attention to hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Promote positive behavior and provide support to children as needed, helping to build their social and emotional skills.
• Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and outdoor play.

What We’re Looking For in a Nursery Assistant:

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (required).
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Passion for providing high-quality care and education in a homely, nurturing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive, collaborative atmosphere.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• A caring, patient, and understanding approach to working with young children.

Staff Benefits:

• Full-time hours over 4 or 5 days (shifts can be discussed upon meeting).
• Working hours are from 07:30 - 18:30, with shifts scheduled within this time frame.
• Generous annual leave package (up to 31 days, including a birthday day off).
• Exceptional childcare package for staff with children.
• Access to Perkbox, offering exclusive deals and discounts.
• Regular team incentives, including in-house competitions and special rewards.
• Fun and engaging team culture with activities like Christmas parties and team-building events.

If you're an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Assistant who is passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team and help shape the future of our new nursery in Ham Street! Your application will be responded too within 24 hours so apply now!