30 nursery assistant jobs found

CLASS Recruitment is looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Nursery Assistants to support nurseries across Portishead and the surrounding areas. Whether you're after a few days a week, occasional shifts or extra income, enjoy the freedom to choose when you work! WHY JOIN CLASS RECRUITMENT? £12.22–£15.30 per hour Choose your own working days Weekly pay every Friday No planning, paperwork or key children Flexible part-time and occasional shifts Friendly, supportive recruitment team £100 refer-a-friend bonus PAYE employment – we take care of your tax and National Insurance WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? Supporting fun, creative and play-based activities Helping children learn, grow and explore Supporting mealtimes and daily routines Creating a safe, happy and stimulating environment WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Nursery/childcare experience within the last 5 years, OR experience teaching, coaching or volunteering with children aged 0–5 Aged...

Class Recruitment are looking for reliable nursery assistants to work in nurseries in Yeovil and the surrounding areas (you must be age 18+). We are looking for someone who will get down to the children's level and want to get involved in every aspect of working in a nursery. Benefits of working with us... - Excellent rates of pay, paid every Friday - Flexible hours (Monday – Friday) - You Choose what days you work - Can change it every week - No Umbrella companies - All PAYE, TAX, NI done for you - Professional support and great communication by a lovely team at Class Recruitment - Refer a friend £100 vouchers bonus Job Role.. - Engage with the children all day - Help set up activities, engage with them then tidy away - General cleaning around the nursery - Support at mealtimes, ensuring the children are supervised and being spoken too during their meals - Ensure the children are safe, happy, and enjoying their day! To be considered for this role...

We are looking for a Nursery Assistant on a 1:1 basis looking after a child with SEN,  (experience within an Early Years setting and/or level L2 in Early Years desirable ) to join our nursery at Cold Harbour at Milton Keynes.  The position is 15 hours per week, Monday-Friday. We can be flexible on how the hours are split across the week.   Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play area are available to the children all day, every day.   The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 62 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  The team strive to make the nursery a place where positive and close relationships with children and...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Castlethorpe Nursery  We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Castlethorpe.     About Casthethorpe Nursery  Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 36 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and the children enjoy play outside in all weathers, the nursery has an enclosed garden which the children have free flow access too. Pre-school children develop their outdoor learning at regular Forest School sessions, which take place at nearby Salcey Forest with Acorn’s fully qualified Forest School Leaders....

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Stomy Stratford Nursery  We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Stony Stratford.     About Stony Stratford Nursery  Situated on the site of Elizabeth House, in Vicarage Road, Stony Stratford. Our nursery provides high quality, affordable childcare and early years education for the local community, in a building which has been completely refurbished and extended, with two spacious play areas indoors, with direct access to three outdoor play areas. We offer full and part-time care for up to 40 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, and the children will have the opportunity to be outdoors at some point every day, whatever the weather. Included in our fees are regular Forest...

Join the Marden Pre-school Team Early Years Educator Vacancy " exciting times ahead" Are you kind, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young children learn, grow and shine? We are excited to welcome a caring and reliable Early Years Practitioner to our friendly team at Marden Pre-school. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm, community-focused setting where every child is valued and staff are supported to develop, share ideas and make a genuine difference. About the role You will help to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which children can explore, build confidence and develop through purposeful play. You will work closely with colleagues and families, follow the EYFS statutory framework and contribute positively to the daily life of the pre-school. We would love to hear from you if you: Are warm, patient, dependable and enthusiastic Enjoy supporting children’s individual interests, learning and development...

Join the Marden Pre-school Team Early Years Educator Vacancy Are you kind, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young children learn, grow and shine? We are excited to welcome a caring and reliable Early Years Practitioner to our friendly team at Marden Pre-school. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm, community-focused setting where every child is valued and staff are supported to develop, share ideas and make a genuine difference. About the role You will help to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which children can explore, build confidence and develop through purposeful play. You will work closely with colleagues and families, follow the EYFS statutory framework and contribute positively to the daily life of the pre-school. We would love to hear from you if you: Are warm, patient, dependable and enthusiastic Enjoy supporting children’s individual interests, learning and development Understand...

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Brafield Nursery Established in 1997, this small and friendly nursery is situated in the village of Brafield-on-the-Green. It is in an idyllic setting, a quiet location on the edge of the village, next to the church. We offer full and part-time care for up to 44 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  One of the nursery’s most attractive features, and extremely popular with the children, is the wonderful outside space and gardens, fully enclosed and secure for the children to enjoy. The nursery gardens offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor play and learning, which is a key aspect of Acorn’s ethos. Pre-school children have regular Forest School sessions in the nursery garden. The building itself was formerly the village primary school and, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture, it has been...

Nursery Lunch Cover We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated Lunchtime Nursery Practitioner? Join our well-established team in High Wycombe and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years. Position: Nursery Lunch Cover Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm (15 hours a week) Monday to Friday, all year round Hourly Rate: £12.80 - £14.00 (dependant on if level 2/3 qualified) Experience / Qualifications - What you will bring to the role: Essential criteria Current Food Hygiene certificate. Experience of working with young children. Good communication skills. Commitment to equal opportunities Commitment to working with young children and families. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Desirable criteria Current first aid certificate Relevant...

SENCO & Inclusion Manager- Due to internal promotion Purpose of the Role To ensure children with additional needs are identified early, supported effectively, and included fully in the nursery setting and can access the curriculum. You will work with team, families, and external professionals to provide the right help at the right time, minimising disruption and maximising outcomes for every child. To provide and upskill the team of Early Years Educators with strategies and skills to help support children and families through regular interactions and specific training such as use of early engaging play and modelled speech, language and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Observe and assess children’s development to identify additional needs early. Create and implement Individual Support Plans with clear goals and strategies. Adapt learning activities so all children can participate and thrive. Train, guide, and support nursery team in inclusive...

Housekeeper and Nursery Assistant (may include lunchtime cover) Willow Cottage Nurseries are seeking a person to assist in keeping our nurseries clean and operating effectively, as well as providing additional cover for our nursery teams looking after the children during busy periods. Hours  – 25 over 5 days 7.00am - 12.00pm (alternative hours may be available for the right candidate) Start Date  – Open until filled Locations -  There are currently openings at the following locations - Farmoor OX2 9NT - Bletchingdon OX5 3DH Qualification  – Familiarity with COSHH regulations is desirable. Experience  – A successful candidate will probably have had experience working as a housekeeper and be comfortable and confident looking after children aged 0-5. Salary House Keeper and Nursery Assistant - £11.40/hour + Benefits Requires  - See Safeguarding below Responsible to  – Team Leaders, Setting Management Flexible working arrangement We are...

Deputy Nursery Manager Stepping Stones of Sopley – Christchurch, Dorset 30 hours per week Term Time Only plus holiday cubs (Please note that we will require some flexibility around hours) Salary £14.50 - £15 per hour DOE Stepping Stones of Sopley are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and to lead our dedicated team caring for children aged 9 months to 4 years. You’ll create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest children can develop and thrive. As Deputy Nursey Manager, you’ll plan engaging, age-appropriate activities, support your team’s practice, and build strong relationships with families to ensure every child feels safe, secure, and valued. If you’re a positive, professional leader with a genuine love for children and early learning, we’d love to hear from you!   Job Description ·         To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring...

Rosedene Nurseries are looking for a friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant / Driver to join our fantastic team at Rosedene Redhill, Stockton-on-Tees . If you're passionate about working as part of a supportive team, enjoy keeping busy and take pride in helping provide nutritious meals for children, we'd love to hear from you! About the Role As our Kitchen Assistant / Driver, you'll play an important role in supporting our nursery kitchen.  Your responsibilities will include: Delivering freshly prepared meals safely and on time to another Rosedene nursery setting in the area Following food safety, health and safety and safeguarding procedures at all times Assisting with the preparation of meals and snacks Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene within the kitchen Washing up and keeping kitchen equipment clean and organised What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is:...

Nursery Cleaner & Housekeeper Shooting Stars Nurseries - Tettenhall, Wolverhampton WV3 9PE 25 hours per week | Monday-Friday | Approx. 2:00pm-7:00pm All Year Round (Closed Bank Holidays) National Minimum Wage (Age Dependent) We are looking for a reliable and expereinced Nursery Cleaner & Housekeeper to join our friendly team at Shooting Stars Tettenhall. This important role helps maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children, families and staff. The position includes supporting the nursery kitchen with pot wash and washing up duties before carrying out cleaning and housekeeping responsibilities throughout the nursery. What You'll Be Doing Pot wash, washing up and kitchen cleaning Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery Cleaning nursery rooms, offices, corridors, toilets and staff areas Laundry and general housekeeping duties Supporting infection control and health & safety...

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Shenley Churh End Nursery.  Our lovely nursery building, in the heart of the old Shenley Church End village was formerly the primary school, and retains the character of the original Victorian architecture. The rooms have been sympathetically refurbished to provide light and spacious play areas. In this supportive environment, your child will be able to learn and develop through play and creativity. We offer full and part-time care for up to 48 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  This is a part time position, 12.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday 3.30-6pm Key responsibilities:  Supervising children  during tea time activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. Encouraging cooperation  and positive interactions among children. Monitoring children's behavior  and providing support as needed....

Kitchen Assistant Acorn Early Years – Burton Latimer Nursery  🕙 Hours:  Monday - Friday 12:00-18:00 30 hours per week Acorn Early Years is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our welcoming team at  Burton Latimer  Nursery . This is a vital role supporting the preparation of nutritious, age‑appropriate meals and maintaining a clean, safe and positive kitchen environment for our children. Our nursery in Burton Latimer is the largest within the Acorn group. We provide full and part-time care for up to 92 children aged from four months to four years. Our opening hours are from 7.15 am to 6.15 pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. The nursery is situated on a half-acre site next to the football club and sports field. It is purpose-built, featuring large and airy rooms with underfloor heating. Our facility includes spacious indoor areas and an extensive outdoor play space designed for both our Acorns (children under 18...

WE'RE LOOKING FOR A DEPUTY MANAGER Join Polka Dots Nursery – where children are known, valued, and nurtured every day. Are you an early years leader looking for a role where you'll genuinely make a difference? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager to join our close-knit team at Polka Dots, starting at the end of September 2026. ABOUT US PolkaDots is a small, family-oriented day nursery for children aged 2-4 years. We're term time only, which means we're part of the rhythm of family life, not separate from it. We believe in play-based learning, individual attention and creating an environment where both children and staff feel they truly belong. We're not a chain, we're a small team of staff committed to making real, lasting connections with the children and families we care for. THE ROLE As Deputy Manager, you'll work alongside our Nursery Manager to lead a warm, nurturing team and ensure our high standards are maintained every single day....

Lunchtime Assistant Willow Cottage Nurseries are seeking a person to assist in keeping our nurseries clean and operating effectively, as well as providing additional cover for our nursery teams looking after the children during busy periods. Hours  – 15 over 5 days 11am - 14.00pm (alternative hours may be available for the right candidate) Start Date  – Open until filled Locations -  There are currently openings at the following locations - Farmoor OX2 9NT Qualification  – Familiarity with COSHH regulations is desirable. Experience  – A successful candidate will be confident looking after children aged 0-5. Salary Lunchtime Assistant - £12.71/hour + Benefits Requires  - See Safeguarding below Responsible to  – Team Leaders, Setting Management Flexible working arrangement We are looking for someone who can work 5 days a week, 11am to 2pm. Unfortunately, this is not a term-time only position. As a lunchtime assistant your role will...

Overview We are looking for a reliable and proactive Nursery Housekeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the nursery, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for children, staff, and families.  Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve children’s nursery teas in line with dietary requirements and allergy policies. Tidy and clean the kitchen area, including washing up and ensuring surfaces are sanitised. Load and unload washing machines and tumble dryers, assisting with laundry duties as needed. Refill essential supplies such as paper towels, soap, and toilet rolls across nursery areas. Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of communal areas. Work as part of a supportive team, while also being confident to work independently and manage own tasks. Follow nursery health & safety, safeguarding, and hygiene procedures at all times. Person...

Qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) Shooting Stars Nursery, Worcester | WR1 3JR up to £14.10 per hour Flexible Opportunities Available We're currently recruiting for several Early Years Practitioner positions at our friendly and welcoming Worcester nursery: Nursery Nurse (Level 3) - Job Share, 30 hours per week Nursery Nurse (Level 3) - 5 afternoons per week (ideally 12:30pm to 6:00pm , with some flexibility on start time) Relief Nursery Practitioners - Flexible hours to support the nursery as required Monday to Friday 7.30am to 6pm | Open all year round Shape Young Futures Every Day Are you a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives while enjoying flexibility that works around your lifestyle? At Shooting Stars Worcester , we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our welcoming nursery...