92 nursery assistant early years assistant jobs found in Royal Tunbridge Wells

About the Role Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care : Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration : Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues...

Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. Contribute to team meetings and share insights to improve practices within the room or nursery. Parent Engagement: Build trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, updates, and informal discussions. Address parental queries and provide feedback on their child’s progress and experiences. Operational Duties: Assist in...

Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative...

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – Full-Time Junior VIPs Nursery Ltd – Croydon CR0 Salary: £28,500 per year Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week) Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week Start Date: ASAP Please note: We are not accepting applications from unqualified candidates or those requiring visa sponsorship at this time. About Us Junior VIPs Nursery is a vibrant, well-established nursery based in Croydon, just minutes from West Croydon Station and Croydon town centre. Since opening in 2016, we’ve built a strong reputation for high-quality early years care in a friendly and professional environment. We are committed to supporting our staff as much as our children, with a positive team culture, modern facilities, and real opportunities for professional growth. What We Offer £25 Birthday Gift Voucher Annual Bonus for staff who stay 2 years or more Summer Drinks & Christmas Dinner – staff socials twice a year Supportive,...

✨ NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY – 15 to 25 hours per week ✨ Part time hours: 9:30–12:00 or 9:30–2:30 (perfect for school-time schedules!) Do you have loads of energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with young children? Do you love to move, dance, and bring joy through fun fitness sessions? We’re looking for vibrant, reliable, and positive team members to lead our Shakers Kids activity classes across West London and South London. No previous experience is required – we provide full training and ongoing support. You’ll need to be confident, great with children, and happy to drive between class locations. 🚗 Driving is essential (own vehicle required). If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! 📧 Email: shakerskids@gmail.com

We are looking for a Housekeeper/Nursery to join the team at this lovely nursery in Peckham! As a Nursery Nurse your duties will include supporting the team with: Personal care/nappy changing Preparing food Setting up/packing away activities Cleaning Ensuring health & safety measures are followed at all times This is a permanent and full time position for a caring individual to join a wonderful team.  This nursery operates an open and accessible culture in which everyone is heard, and you will be supported by a lovely management team as well as your colleagues. It is a wonderful working environment that promotes staff loyalty and team spirit, and allows staff to achieve their career objectives and personal ambitions! Located in Peckham, this nursery is easy to get to thanks to excellent transport links and local parking! Apply now for this Housekeeper/Nursery Nurse position, interviews are happening ASAP!

Become a valued Montessori Teacher Role: Montessori Teacher Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £28000-£31000 P/A Qualification: Montessori qualification from a recognised provider Why join our client? You are an amazing Montessori Teacher who is looking for a new role where you can use your skills and training to spark the curiosity of young children. With over 40 years’ experience and many Ofsted Outstanding grades, our client is here to support you and ensure that you continue to further your career. My client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why we strive to offer our staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. We offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership. When you join our client you join the whole group, so...

We are looking for a passionate individual to join the team at this lovely Montessori nursery in West Hampstead as a Trainee Montessori Assistant. You will be training towards a Level 2/Montessori qualification and supported by a caring management team. This nursery offers great career progression and this is a great opportunity to expand on your skills, learn about Montessori teaching, gain a qualification and further your early years career! This Montessori nursery has a strong sense of community and as a Trainee Montessori Assistant you will be working within an interactive and supportive environment, alongside a welcoming and friendly team of staff. Working full time as a Trainee Montessori Assistant, you will be supporting children to develop and grow, discover their own individual interests and build on their confidence and independence. This nursery aims for each child to discover their self as a creative individual, inquisitive learner and a team player. You will...

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 Qualified (Full-time 40 hours per week, all year round) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator?  Join our well-established team in Northolt 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: Early Years Educator Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level 3: £26,832 - £28,912 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Northolt setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community.  Celebrating its 20th birthday in 2024, the nursery is thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Assistant/Unqualified Nursery Practitioner. Location:  Pennypot Day Nursery | Chobham, Woking | GU24 8DH. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30 | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £26,769.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.87 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our   Partnership Reward Days   incentive; take...

Role Summary As an Early Years Practitioner (Level 3), you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a...

We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team at this family-run nursery in Wimbledon, with an ASAP start! This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager, Third in Charge or high-performance Room Leader to showcase their leadership and management skills and it can be a great stepping stone in your career! This nursery offers career progression and is a great place to further your early years career. As a Deputy Manager, it is essential you hold (at minimum) a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and at least 2 years experience in a nursery is required. Good IT skills are also required. This is a permanent and full time role to work 4 days a week, 7:30am-6:30pm, all year round. The salary will range from £31,200-£34,320 per annum. Benefits of working here include: Enhanced annual leave (including birthday off) and many other rewards and perks Refer a friend bonus Upfront DBS payment Career and development opportunities...

Job Description Purpose of the Role: To support the nursery manager/lead nursery teacher in the effective day-to-day running of the preschool, ensuring high standards of care, education and safeguarding at all times. The deputy nursery manager will be the DDSL for the setting and will provide leadership and management support to nursery staff, role-modelling outstanding practice at all times and step into the nursery manager’s role in their absence. Reporting To: Headteacher Head of Pre-Prep Nursery manager/lead nursery teacher Key Responsibilities Main Duties • Assist in the overall management of the nursery, including staff supervision, curriculum planning, and daily operations. • Take responsibility for the nursery in the absence of the manager. • Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting the implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures in line with statutory requirements. • Lead and motivate the nursery team to deliver the highest standards of care...

Super-Numery Deputy Nursery Manager role to start ASAP in Fulham Permanent full-time Deputy Nursery Manager role at a lovely family-run nursery in Fulham. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager in all aspects of running the nursery. Hours: 7:45am-6:30pm, 4 days per week Salary: £36k-£40k per annum Annual leave: 4 weeks paid leave + bank holidays. 1 additional paid day off for each year of employment up to 1 additional week. An extra day off on your birthday. Benefits of working here include: Good pension scheme Home-cooked lunch provided daily Further training and development opportunities provided Small independent and newly refurbished nursery A heavyweight management team to be a part of Great working environment Requirements: Minimum Level 3/equivalent qualification in Early Years or Childcare Previous experience as a Deputy or Manager Strong leadership skills Excellent knowledge of safeguarding practices and the EYFS framework Great...

Join Our Leadership Team – Deputy Nursery Manager Opportunity Position:  Deputy Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover) Location:  Hampton Court / East Molesey Job Type:  Full-time (typically 40 hours per week, flexible working options available) Rate:  £17.00 per hour About Us We are proud to be part of the  Chalk Nursery Group , a growing family of high-quality early years settings. At Hampton Court, we are passionate about providing a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years, where they can learn, explore and thrive. We're now looking for a  dedicated and proactive Deputy Manager for maternity cover  to support the day-to-day operations of our nursery and play a key role in maintaining the outstanding care and learning standards we pride ourselves on. At  Katey’s Hampton Court , children are welcomed into a nurturing and creative space where learning through play is at the heart of everything we do. With regular...

Position: Room Leader  About Us We are proud to be part of the newly formed Chalk Nursery Group , a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At _______________, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member. Our Katey’s Teddington nursery is a warm and inspiring space, featuring handcrafted equipment, plenty of natural light, and a unique central piazza that encourages community and belonging. Children enjoy sensory-rich experiences—from outdoor dining to daily adventures in local green spaces—designed to promote confidence, resilience, and joyful learning. The nursery is easily accessible, nestled between Hampton Wick and Teddington, with strong transport links and a friendly...

As a Room-Based Deputy Manager (RBDM), you will support the nursery management in the day-to-day running of the nursery. You will work alongside management and the wider team to plan and deliver the highest standards of care and education, as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to work across different rooms and settings when needed. You will also act as a key person to a small group of children , ensuring their individual needs are met and their development is regularly observed, assessed, and supported. You will maintain up-to-date learning journals on Tapestry and ensure smooth handovers where needed. Working proactively with the manager, deputy manager, and room leaders, you will help promote a positive and healthy team culture while inspiring others to excel. You’ll play a role in supporting children’s progress and identifying when additional learning support or an individual education plan (IEP) is...

JOB PURPOSE As a deputy nursery manager, you will be assisting the nursery management on the day-to-day running of one of the two nurseries and a drop-in centre. You will work with the nursery manager to effectively lead all the staff within QCCA’s children services ensuring consistency in policy whilst developing and inspiring the team to excel in their endeavours. In the absence of the nursery manager, you will undertake the day-today management of the nursery. You will support the manager to oversee all the activities, planning, monitoring, review, budget, and administration, and effectively communicate with the parents and guardian on day-to-day bases. You will support the manager to drive and deliver the highest standard of care throughout the nurseries as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. You need to manage staff shortfall by deploying excess staff to other settings and drop-in centres as and when needed. KEY DUTIES To assist in ensuring...

Job Role To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Duties To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and...

Job Role    To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Hours: 40hrs per week Level 3 Salary range: £25,000 - £30,000   Duties   To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety...