Nursery Assistant

Posted 28/10/26
Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, South East
£95 - £110 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated individual to join a flourishing school in Buckinghamshire as a Nursery Assistant. You will play a vital role in fostering a positive and stimulating learning environment for our youngest pupils, contributing to their early development and well-being. We are seeking enthusiastic professionals available for immediate starts, offering flexible contract options including long-term, short-term, daily supply, or permanent positions, with a competitive daily rate of £95 - £110. This challenging and rewarding role requires a commitment to nurturing young minds and supporting their first steps in education.

Key Responsibilities
* Facilitate engaging play-based learning experiences that stimulate curiosity and growth.
* Assist in the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities, ensuring a dynamic and supportive atmosphere.
* Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and welfare for all children in your care.
* Contribute to the continuous assessment of children's developmental milestones and share observations effectively.
* Foster strong communication channels with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their child's progress.
* Collaborate proactively with the nursery team to ensure a cohesive and enriching educational provision.

About You
* Possess a genuine passion for early childhood education and a deep understanding of child development.
* Demonstrate previous experience supporting young children in a nursery or early years setting.
* Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
* Show initiative and a proactive approach to supporting classroom activities and individual pupil needs.
* Maintain a flexible and adaptable attitude, ready to embrace new challenges within a dynamic environment.
* Exhibit an enthusiastic and resilient approach to daily tasks and unexpected situations.

Why Join
Joining our flourishing school means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in early years education. You will find a highly supportive environment that values your contribution, offers opportunities for professional growth, and celebrates the profound impact you will have on the lives of our youngest learners. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to shape future generations and advance your career within a vibrant educational community.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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