Due to ongoing growth in our nursery, we have an opportunity for a Nursery Assistant to join our team.
This position is perfect for someone looking to get into Early Years but doesn't currently hold an Early Years Qualification. We can mentor you and support you in gaining your qualification whilst working in a calm and friendly environment.
Sound like something that might interest you? Read more about the role below.
Duties
- You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age
- Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities
- Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery
- Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential
- To support qualified staff with daily routines in the nursery
- To learn the skills of a nursery nurse, (on the job), working practically as part of the team
- To learn how to provide high quality childcare to our children
- Understand the importance of keeping everyone safe and the part you play
- To gain a good understanding of child development and how this is important when caring for children
About you
- You should have a strong interest in working with children to help them develop and grow
- You should demonstrate a good work ethic and be able to communicate effectively with the people around you, making sure that you treat both other staff and children with respect and care at all times
Future prospects
If you wish to complete your level 2 or 3 apprenticeship (12-15 months), there may be opportunities to be promoted to a full time Early Years Practitioner and we will work with you to create a continuous development plan and learning pathway to reach your future career goals within the Early Years sector.
Little Adventures is committed to Safer Recruitment, therefore this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and at least 2 satisfactory references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Day nursery
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: EYA (BS22)