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Nursery Assistant - Primary School Nursery Location: Bristol (South) Start Date: (Immediate / ASAP ) Pay: £14.66 per hour PAYE / £16.14 per hour Umbrella Contract Type: Temporary with potential for long-term opportunities Hours: 07:45 - 17:45 - adhoc hours available About the Role Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting a Nursery Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support their on-site nursery provision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early years education, who enjoys supporting children aged 3-4 in a safe, creative, and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the nursery team to deliver engaging activities, support learning through play, and help promote a positive early years experience for all children. Responsibilities • Supporting children in their daily routines, play, and early learning activities • Assisting nursery staff with planned lessons and free-flow learning • Creating a warm, safe, and stimulating environment • Supporting with personal care routines where required • Encouraging positive behaviour and social development • Communicating effectively with staff and pupils • Ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are always met Requirements • Experience working with children (early years experience desirable but not essential) • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic attitude • Strong communication and teamwork skills • An enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply • Right to work in the UK Why Join Prospero Teaching? • Excellent rates of pay • Flexible work and long-term opportunities • Dedicated, supportive consultants • Free ongoing CPD including Safeguarding, Prevent, and EYFS training How to Apply If you're a nurturing and reliable individual looking to support young children in a rewarding early years setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Nursery Assistant Required for Primary School in Hemel Hempstead *Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential for this role* About the role: At Engage Education, we’ve specialised in recruiting teaching assistants for over a decade, so we know a bit about finding the ideal school for you. We’re currently looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to work full-time at a fantastic Primary School in Hemel. Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more…

Nursery Assistant Opportunities - Cardiff | September 2026 Start Are you an experienced Nursery Assistant or Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity in Cardiff? We are currently recruiting dedicated Nursery Assistant professionals to work within Nursery settings in mainstream Primary Schools across Cardiff. Due to an increased demand from our partner schools, we have a variety of roles available for September, ranging from full-time, five-day-a-week positions to flexible day-…

Nursery Assistant Opportunities - Cardiff | September 2026 Start Are you an experienced Nursery Assistant or Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity in Cardiff? We are currently recruiting dedicated Nursery Assistant professionals to work within Nursery settings in mainstream Primary Schools across Cardiff. Due to an increased demand from our partner schools, we have a variety of roles available for September, ranging from full-time, five-day-a-week positions to flexible day-…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: Bridgend Start Date: ASAP Salary: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour Are you a passionate Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work across a variety of private day nurseries? Do you enjoy creating a fun, safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive? Are you reliable, enthusiastic and ready to make a positive impact this summer? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming private day nurseries across Bridgend. Each setting is committe…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: Leeds Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £12.17 - £14.25 per hour Are you a passionate Level 2 Nursery Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity? Do you enjoy creating engaging learning experiences for young children in a nurturing environment? Would you like the opportunity to develop your career by completing your Level 3 Childcare qualification? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small independent nursery in Leeds that provides a…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: Gorseinon Start Date: ASAP Salary: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour Are you a passionate Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work across a variety of private day nurseries? Do you enjoy creating a fun, safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive? Are you reliable, enthusiastic and ready to make a positive impact this summer? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming private day nurseries across Swansea and the surrounding areas…

Are you a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in a supportive nursery setting? Do you have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for helping children reach their full potential? Are you looking for flexible shifts, with the opportunity to work during the summer holidays if you wish? This lovely nursery in Gillingham offers a warm and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to learn through play and exploration. Boasting excellent fac…

Are you a Level 2 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming nursery? Do you enjoy creating engaging learning experiences that help children thrive? Are you looking for flexible work with long-term or short-term opportunities available on either a full-time or part-time basis? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a lovely nursery in Medway that is looking to welcome a dedicated Nursery Practitioner Level 2 to their friendly team. The nursery offers fantastic…

Are you hardworking, motivated and reliable? Do you have previous experience working / volunteering in a Nursery or Primary School? Are you passionate about caring for young children and helping them learn new skills? TeacherActive is thrilled to be working with a private day nursery located in Harrogate, only a 40 minute journey from Leeds City Centre. The nursery cares for up to 80 children throughout the day, with the current staff team working hard to ensure the children are in a safe and s…

Nursery Assistant - Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire Temporary | Flexible Opportunities Academics | Education Agency Are you an early years professional looking for a flexible temporary role as a Nursery Assistant in Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire ? As a Nursery Assistant , you will support children during their crucial early development stages, working within welcoming nursery and school environments across Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire . These temporary roles are ideal for those seeking flexible work whil…

Supply Nursery Assistant - Flexible Opportunities Location: Congleton & Macclesfield Contract: Flexible / Day-to-Day Supply | Ongoing Opportunities Premier Education Ltd are currently working in partnership with a number of nurseries and early years settings across Congleton and Macclesfield who are seeking Nursery Assistants to support on a flexible supply basis. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work within early years settings, whether that's a few days a …

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Location: Birmingham / Solihull Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible work within a welcoming Early Years setting? Do you enjoy creating a safe, caring and engaging environment for young children? Are you a Nursery Practitioner who can adapt confidently across different nursery rooms and age ranges? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a lovely private day nursery in the…

Love Working with Little Learners? We've Got the Perfect Nursery Role for You. Private Nursery Opportunities Across Harrow Whether you're happiest building towers, leading story time, or helping little ones discover the world one messy play session at a time, we'd love to meet you. Protocol Education is working with welcoming private nurseries across Harrow that are looking for caring, energetic nursery professionals ready to make a real difference. Whether you're looking for a few days a week or a full-time role, we've got flexible opportunities waiting. Before you apply... let's see if we're a match If you answer YES to these, you're exactly who we're looking for: ✅ Do you have at least 6 months' experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting? ✅ Are you passionate about helping children learn through play and creating a safe, nurturing environment? ✅ Can you travel to private nurseries across Harrow and surrounding areas? Three yeses? Brilliant. Keep reading! About Protocol Education At Protocol Education, we don't just help people find jobs. We help brilliant educators find places where they can thrive. Our friendly local team works with fantastic private nurseries across Harrow, matching you with settings that suit your experience, personality and availability. Whether you're after flexible supply work, something long term, or a permanent position, we're here to make the process simple, supportive and genuinely enjoyable. Why apply with us? ✨ Flexible working that fits around your life Term-time and all-year-round nursery work available Opportunities in welcoming private nurseries across Harrow A dedicated consultant who actually gets to know you Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies FREE CPD through our online learning academy Refer a Friend scheme with great rewards Opportunities to move into permanent nursery roles Role Details Location: Harrow Setting: Private Nurseries Hours: Full-time Part-time Flexible daily supply Long-term opportunities Pay: £13.50 to £17.50 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Pay Type: Weekly PAYE What you'll be doing Creating fun, engaging learning experiences following the EYFS Framework Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing Building positive relationships with children, families and nursery teams Helping with daily routines, including personal care where required Observing children's progress and updating learning journeys using nursery systems such as Tapestry where applicable Supporting children with additional needs when required Keeping safeguarding at the heart of everything you do What we're looking for Ideally you'll have: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) Experience working in nurseries or Early Years settings Good knowledge of the EYFS Framework Experience supporting personal care SEND experience is highly desirable Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one) Experience using nursery management systems such as Tapestry, where applicable A positive, caring and reliable approach Essential Requirements You'll need: Right to work in the UK Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Safeguarding Level 2 certificate (or willingness to complete one) Relevant childcare qualification where required Strong references covering recent childcare experience Looking to grow your skills? Not Thrive trained yet? We've got you covered. Protocol Education offers FREE Thrive training, helping you build confidence in supporting children's emotional wellbeing and making your CV even more attractive to nurseries. Ready to register? If you're looking for flexible work, friendly support, weekly PAYE pay and opportunities with fantastic private nurseries across Harrow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and let's find a nursery that feels like the right fit for you. Your next opportunity could be just around the corner. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

Nursery Assistant - Northampton | September Start A friendly and welcoming nursery in Northampton is looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive setting where every child is encouraged to learn, explore and develop through play. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced practitioners to provide a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for young children. The role…

Nursery Assistant - Northampton | September Start A friendly and welcoming nursery in Northampton is looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive setting where every child is encouraged to learn, explore and develop through play. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced practitioners to provide a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for young children. The role…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: LS19 Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £12.17 - £14.75 per hour Do you have a passion for supporting young children during their early years of development? Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences? Would you love to work in a welcoming nursery that values outdoor learning and the magic of storytelling? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small independent nursery in LS19 that is lookin…

Are you a Level 3 qualified Nursery Assistant looking for a flexible part-time opportunity? Do you enjoy creating fun, engaging learning experiences for young children? Are you a caring and dependable Nursery Assistant who thrives in a busy nursery environment? TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a friendly private day nursery in the NG15 area that is looking to welcome a committed Nursery Assistant to their team. The nursery provides a warm, inclusive setting where children are encou…

Nursery Assistant - Location: Stafford - Start Date: As soon as possible We are seeking passionate and dedicated Nursery Assistant's who are ready to jump in to support a private nursery in the centre of Stafford. Following on from a recent demand we are now seeking dedicated, caring Nursery Assistant's to support the Nursery on a regular, temporary basis providing consistent, high-quality care for each and every child in your care. This is a flexible role for Early Years and Nursery Practition…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: York Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking to join a welcoming and supportive nursery team? Do you have a passion for helping young children learn, develop and thrive through play? Are you looking for a part-time Nursery Assistant role with opportunities to progress your career? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a friendly nursery in York that is looking to recruit a Nursery A…

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: Cardiff Start Date: ASAP Salary: £14.25 per hour Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking for flexible part time work? Do you have experience supporting young children with personal care needs? Are you looking for a rewarding Nursery Assistant role within a welcoming private nursery setting? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private nursery setting based in Cardiff, who are looking to appoint a Nursery Assistant on a temporary …

Nursery Assistant - Location: Penkridge - Start Date: As soon as possible We are seeking passionate and dedicated Nursery Assistant's who are ready to jump in a support a private nursery in the heart of Penkridge. Following on from an exciting recent establishment of a new partnership with a local nursery we are now seeking dedicated, caring Nursery Assistant's to support the Nursery on a regular basis providing consistent, high-quality care for each and every child in your care. This is a flex…

SANZA Teaching Agency is excited to present an incredible opportunity for a Nursery Assistant at a STUNNING, highly coveted nursery in Wandsworth boasting expansive gardens, fruit & vegetable orchard, and onsite Forest School - with EXCELLENT PAY determined by experience plus review for salary increase after 12 weeks! We're recruiting dedicated childcare practitioners and early years specialists to serve as key persons with toddlers in this remarkable nursery environment. YOUR ROLE As a nursery…

Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner Location: Bolton Start Date: Immediate start Salary: £14.25 - £16.25 per hour Are you a passionate Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner looking to join a friendly and supportive nursery team? Do you enjoy building strong relationships with children and their families while creating engaging learning experiences? Are you looking for a permanent Nursery Practitioner role where your development and career progression are genuinely valued? Willow Tree Nursery is a thriving …