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Nursery Assistant - Early Years | Little Missenden
Dunbar Education
Great Missenden
On-site
GBP 23,000 - 25,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursery Assistant to join their Early Years team in a charming village school setting. This role involves creating a nurturing and engaging environment for young children, supporting their play-based learning, and ensuring their wellbeing. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and have experience working with young children. With a focus on professional development and a welcoming team, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children during their formative years. If you are passionate about early childhood education, this could be the perfect role for you.
Benefits
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 in Childcare or equivalent is essential.
- Experience working with young children and understanding safeguarding is crucial.
Responsibilities
- Support play-based learning activities and promote positive behavior.
- Ensure children's wellbeing and safety while liaising with parents.
Skills
Education
Job description
Nursery Assistant - Early Years | Little Missenden, Buckinghamshire
Location: Little Missenden (near Great Missenden)
Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time Only
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.00pm (32.5 hrs/week)
Salary: Bucks Pay Scale 6-8 (£23,996 - £24,473 FTE, pro rata)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you an enthusiastic, caring individual with a passion for working with young children? We're recruiting on behalf of a friendly and inclusive primary school in Little Missenden for a Nursery Assistant to join their Early Years team, working with 3- and 4-year-olds.
You'll help support a nurturing, creative, and engaging nursery environment, working closely with staff to deliver high-quality early years provision.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting play-based learning activities
- Encouraging independence in daily routines
- Ensuring children's wellbeing and safety
- Liaising with parents and carers
- Promoting positive behaviour
- Helping maintain the nursery space
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2 in Childcare (or equivalent)
- GCSEs in English & Maths (A-C)
- Experience working with young children
- Understanding of safeguarding
- Good communication & IT skills
Desirable:
- First Aid trained
- Experience with SEN, speech & language
- Familiarity with Early Years Framework
- Experience supporting children with ASD or behaviour needs
- A welcoming and supportive team
- Child-focused and inclusive ethos
- Professional development opportunities
- A beautiful village school setting
- A real chance to make a difference
If you're passionate about helping children flourish in their early years, we'd love to hear from you. Request the full job description or apply today.
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