Nursery Assistant

Job Description: We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Assistant to join a reputable school in Derby within their Nursery Provision. You will play a crucial role in supporting the lead teachers in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for Nursery aged children. You will assist in implementing age-appropriate activities, maintain cleanliness and organisation within the nursery and ensuring the well-being and safety of all children in your care.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Teachers in planning and implementing daily activities and routines.
• Supervise and interact with children.
• Maintain and clean and safe environment for the children.
• Monitor and assess children’s development and behaviour.
• Foster a positive relationship and communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support children with personal care routines, such as feeding, dressing and toileting, as needed.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with young children in a child care setting (preferred)
• Level 1, 2 or 3 Childcare qualification (requirement).
• A genuine passion for working with children and helping them learn and grow.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow direction and work as a team.
• Basic understanding of child development, early childhood education principles and assessment frameworks.
• Enhanced Child-Only DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain).

To apply, contact Abbey at abbey.clarke@teachingpersonnel.com or call 0115 670 0104. 

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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