Nursery Assistant

Posted 1 hour 53 minutes ago by Pertemps Croydon

£12.71 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, Merton, United Kingdom, SW184
Job Description
We are looking for a passionate, caring and reliable Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly nursery team.

The Role

The successful candidate will support children's learning, development and wellbeing in a safe, nurturing and stimulating nursery environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing high-quality care and support to children

  • Planning and supporting engaging activities appropriate to children's ages and stages of development

  • Supporting children's learning and development

  • Maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment

  • Building positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues

  • Following nursery policies and safeguarding procedures

We're Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting

  • Holds a relevant childcare qualification (e.g. Level 2 in Early Years/Childcare)

  • Is caring, enthusiastic, dependable and hardworking

  • Has a good understanding of safeguarding and the EYFS

  • Works well as part of a team

  • Is passionate about providing excellent care and learning opportunities for children

  • Provide us with contact details going back 5 years, for your references

DBS Requirement

Applicants must have a fully enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to pay for and complete a new enhanced DBS check before commencing employment.