Nursery Assistant
Posted 16/04/26About the Role
A forward-thinking school is seeking a dedicated Nursery Assistant to enrich its vibrant early years team within a private day nursery. This is a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to the foundational development of young children, fostering their curiosity and building essential skills for their future learning journey. You will thrive in an environment that encourages innovation and professional learning, allowing you to expand your own expertise within early years education and make a tangible difference every day.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that stimulate learning and development.
• Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Observe and assess children's progress, contributing to their individual learning plans and next steps.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
• Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of all children in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Assist with personal care routines, promoting independence and good hygiene practices among the children.
About You
• Possess a genuine passion for early childhood development and education.
• Hold relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Early Years) or demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Show initiative, creativity, and adaptability when responding to the dynamic needs of a nursery setting.
• Committed to continuous professional development and upholding best practice in safeguarding.
• Have a patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners through their early years.
Why Join
Joining our team means becoming part of a community that truly values your contribution and invests in your professional growth. You will gain invaluable experience, be supported to develop your skills further, and play a pivotal role in shaping the early experiences of children in a truly nurturing and forward-thinking environment.
A forward-thinking school is seeking a dedicated Nursery Assistant to enrich its vibrant early years team within a private day nursery. This is a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to the foundational development of young children, fostering their curiosity and building essential skills for their future learning journey. You will thrive in an environment that encourages innovation and professional learning, allowing you to expand your own expertise within early years education and make a tangible difference every day.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that stimulate learning and development.
• Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Observe and assess children's progress, contributing to their individual learning plans and next steps.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
• Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of all children in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Assist with personal care routines, promoting independence and good hygiene practices among the children.
About You
• Possess a genuine passion for early childhood development and education.
• Hold relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Early Years) or demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Show initiative, creativity, and adaptability when responding to the dynamic needs of a nursery setting.
• Committed to continuous professional development and upholding best practice in safeguarding.
• Have a patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners through their early years.
Why Join
Joining our team means becoming part of a community that truly values your contribution and invests in your professional growth. You will gain invaluable experience, be supported to develop your skills further, and play a pivotal role in shaping the early experiences of children in a truly nurturing and forward-thinking environment.
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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