Nursery Assistant

2 weeks ago


Chatham ME JE, United Kingdom St Stephen's Playgroup Full time £18,000 - £25,000 per year

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Responsibilities:

- Assist in the daily care and supervision of children in the nursery

- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and play

- Engage children in age-appropriate activities and educational games

- Assist with nappy changes, snack time & lunch time outines

- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the nursery area

- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and any concerns

- Collaborate with other nursery staff to ensure smooth operations

Requirements:

- Level 3 NVQ in Childcare or the equivalent

  • Paediatric First Aid

  • Level 2 in Food & Hygiene

  • Safeguarding Level 1/2

  • Previous experience working with young children preferred

  • Knowledge of basic child development principles and practices
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with children
  • Ability to pass a background check and obtain necessary clearances

We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional growth within our organisation. If you are passionate about working with children and creating a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 13.5 per week

Benefits:

  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Chatham ME4 6JE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

  • Nursery: 1 year (required)
  • Childcare: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Paediatric First Aid Certification (required)
  • DBS (required)
  • Safeguarding Certification (required)
  • Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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