Nursery Assistant
Posted 16/09/26About the Role
Join a innovative school as a dedicated Nursery Assistant, where you will play a vital role in nurturing the growth and development of our youngest learners within a supportive early years environment. This crucial position involves actively contributing to the daily life of our nursery, fostering a warm and engaging atmosphere where every child can flourish. You will become an integral part of a collaborative team, committed to creating a positive and stimulating foundation for early childhood education.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist lead practitioners in planning and delivering engaging activities that support children's learning and development.
* Provide attentive care and supervision for children during play, meal times, and rest periods, ensuring their safety and well-being.
* Help maintain a clean, organised, and stimulating learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
* Observe and record children's progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.
* Communicate effectively and positively with parents and carers, sharing updates on their child's day.
* Uphold all safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of child protection.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for early childhood development and a commitment to children's welfare.
* Previous experience working with young children in an early years setting is highly desirable.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
* A proactive and adaptable approach is essential for thriving within a dynamic nursery environment.
* You are a reliable team player, keen to contribute positively to a collaborative setting.
Join a innovative school as a dedicated Nursery Assistant, where you will play a vital role in nurturing the growth and development of our youngest learners within a supportive early years environment. This crucial position involves actively contributing to the daily life of our nursery, fostering a warm and engaging atmosphere where every child can flourish. You will become an integral part of a collaborative team, committed to creating a positive and stimulating foundation for early childhood education.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist lead practitioners in planning and delivering engaging activities that support children's learning and development.
* Provide attentive care and supervision for children during play, meal times, and rest periods, ensuring their safety and well-being.
* Help maintain a clean, organised, and stimulating learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
* Observe and record children's progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.
* Communicate effectively and positively with parents and carers, sharing updates on their child's day.
* Uphold all safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of child protection.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for early childhood development and a commitment to children's welfare.
* Previous experience working with young children in an early years setting is highly desirable.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
* A proactive and adaptable approach is essential for thriving within a dynamic nursery environment.
* You are a reliable team player, keen to contribute positively to a collaborative setting.
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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