Nursery Assistant

Posted 02/10/26
Princess Risborough, Buckinghamshire, South East
£95 - £110 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Join an ambitious school as a dedicated Nursery Assistant, supporting our youngest learners in a vibrant and caring setting. This immediate opportunity offers a rewarding daily rate of £95 - £110, providing crucial assistance within our early years foundation stage. You will play a vital part in fostering a positive and engaging atmosphere where every child can flourish. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals eager to contribute to the holistic development of pre-school children on a flexible or long-term basis.

Key Responsibilities
* Support children aged 0-5 with their learning activities and play.
* Contribute to creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive nursery environment.
* Assist with the planning and implementation of engaging educational experiences.
* Help maintain daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and personal care.
* Promote positive behaviour and foster strong social and emotional development.
* Collaborate effectively with nursery staff and the wider school community.

About You
* You possess a genuine passion for working with young children and their development.
* You demonstrate a nurturing, patient, and empathetic approach to early years care.
* You have prior experience supporting children in an educational or nursery setting.
* You are an excellent communicator, able to engage effectively with children and adults.
* You are a reliable and adaptable team player, ready to contribute positively.
* You are committed to fostering a supportive and engaging atmosphere for every child.

Why Join
Joining our community means becoming an integral part of a welcoming team dedicated to shaping positive early experiences for children. You will thrive in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, making a tangible difference to young lives every day. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career within a forward-thinking school focused on holistic child development and staff wellbeing.

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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