36 nursery practitioner nursery assistant jobs found

Location: Dorset (various settings) Salary: From £14.20 per hour (higher rates for qualified staff) Contract: Full-time / Part-time positions available About Us We are a friendly, supportive nursery team dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children in a safe, nurturing environment. We are expanding and looking for passionate individuals to join us-whether you're experienced and qualified or just starting your childcare career. Roles Available Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) Nursery Assistant (no formal qualification required-training provided) What We Offer Competitive pay: £14.20 per hour and upwards Flexible working hours (full-time or part-time) Ongoing training and career progression opportunities Supportive team environment Staff discounts on childcare Paid DBS check Preferred Qualifications For qualified roles, we welcome candidates with: Level 2 Certificate in Children's Care, Learning and Development Level 3 Diploma in...

Job Title: Unqualified Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Assistant Location: Gainsborough (or nearby area) Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / ad-hoc as required Hours: 15 - 30 hrs per week We are working with a friendly and caring nursery dedicated to giving every child a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment to grow, learn, and play. Role Overview: As an unqualified nursery practitioner, you will assist the senior staff in delivering high-quality childcare. You will support with daily routines, play, meals, hygiene, and general supervision of children. Key Responsibilities: * Encourage and support children's learning through play * Help with setting up and tidying activity areas and resources * Assist with mealtimes, nappy changes / toileting, sleep routines * Always supervise children safely * Build positive relationships with children and parents / carers * Follow nursery policies on health & safety, safeguarding, behaviour * Help maintain a clean, safe, and...

Nursery Assistant- Level 3 Location: Hull Salary: £14-£16 per hour Start Date:ASAP Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start a rewarded career in early years education? We're looking for a Nursery Assistant to join us at Tradewind, who has a Level 3 DFE equivalent qualification to work in Nursery Settings across the region. Hours vary and you will be working local nurseries on a supply basis to support their staffing needs. If you have a Level 3 qualification then this is perfect however Level 2 qualifcations will also be considered. As a Nursery Assistant with Tradewind you will: Supporting qualified nursery staff in the delivery of fun, engaging activities in a local Nurseries Helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment Assisting with mealtimes and daily routines Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleaguesWhat we're looking for: A warm, friendly and patient nature Excellent communication skills A...

Early Years TA Job Preston | Mon-Wed Shift | March 2026 Start Immediate vacancy: Early Years TA (Level 2/3) for Mon-Wed (08:30-15:30) in Preston. Start March 2nd. High pay & free CPD. Apply today! Location: Preston Specific Shift Available: Monday - Wednesday, 08:30 - 15:30 Start Date: Monday 2nd March 2026 Salary: £13.84 - £15.00 per hour Do you find joy in helping little ones learn and grow? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our network of vibrant nurseries and primary schools as Early Years Assistants and Practitioners. For our current immediate vacancy, you must hold a recognised 0-5 EYFS Teaching Assistant or Nursery Practitioner qualification. The Role & Setting You will be placed at a local setting that matches your availability and professional development plan. You will work within a supportive team to make a real difference in a child's formative years. Key Responsibilities include: Learning & Play: Supporting the...

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING Nursery Assistant (Qualified or Unqualified) Early Years | Childcare | Supply Needs - Opportunity to go Permanent. Role 1 - Hours: 8:00am - 5:30pm, 1-5 days per week. Locations: Hemel Hempstead and Watford. We are looking for caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners to join our friendly early years nurseries (one in Watford and one in Hemel Hempstead) on a supply basis. Applications are welcome from Level 2 or Level 3 qualified practitioners, as well as unqualified candidates with childcare experience. The role includes: Supporting children aged 0-5 within an EYFS settings Learning through play and age-appropriate activities Supporting children's development, wellbeing, and safety Working as part of a supportive nursery team We're looking for: Qualified or unqualified nursery / childcare experience (minimum 6 months in the UK) Drivers are a must to support the needs across sites Passion for early years education Knowledge of...

Are you a Qualified Teacher, ECT, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Nurse, childcare practitioner seeking a new role within education? Do you have a background supporting individuals with SEND? Aspire People have a high volume of vacancies at the moment that would be the perfect match for you! Whether you are seeking security in a long-term, fixed role or flexibility within short-term and daily roles, Aspire People will be able to help you. We actively work with over 60 Primary Schools across North Birmingham (including Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, Kingstanding, Streetly, Great Barr, Perry Barr, Castle Bromwich, Castle Vale, Hodge Hill and surrounding areas). We are seeking experienced, dedicated staff that ca support us in providing an excellent service for local schools, and making a positive impact on children's learning. Requirements for our teaching assistant roles: Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant / Childcare qualification (or equivalent) Experience supporting children with...

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Location: Nottingham Start Date: Immediate Salary: 13.69 – 14.50 an hour Do you have a passion for making learning fun? Do you hold a level 3 childcare qualification? Are you looking for a new, fun exciting role in a Nursery? TeacherActive are working with a lovely Nursery in the Nottingham area. A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish. To be considered for this position as a Nursery Assistant, you must have at least 6 months experience working in a Nursery environment, as you must know how to keep a safe environment for the children and provide fun activities that help children learn and develop. If you’re looking for your next opportunity, then please apply now! The successful Nursery Assistant will have: Previous experience working with children...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Solihull – B90 and surrounding areas  Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the B90 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following safeguarding,...

Early Years Teaching Assistant (Level 3) - Full Time South Croydon | March Start | Long Term Reeson Education is working in partnership with a welcoming early years setting in South Croydon that is seeking a Level 3 qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, starting in March. This role will involve working flexibly across the Baby Room, Toddlers and Pre-School, supporting children's learning, care and development in line with the EYFS framework. Due to DfE staffing ratio requirements, a Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential for this role. The successful candidate will: Hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years (essential) Have experience working within a nursery or early years setting Be confident supporting children across 0-5 age ranges Demonstrate good knowledge of the EYFS framework Support daily routines including learning activities, personal care and wellbeing Work effectively as part of a team Hold an...

Early Years Practitioner - Flexible Supply Work South Croydon ASAP and Ongoing Starts A local nursery setting in South Croydon is looking for reliable, adaptable Early Years Practitioners to join their flexible supply pool. This is ideal for practitioners who want choice over the days they work while still gaining consistent experience across Early Years. About the role: Zero-hours, flexible supply work across nurseries and early years rooms Work offered on an ad-hoc or short-term basis, depending on your availability Support across baby, toddler and preschool rooms as needed General support duties including play-based learning, supervision, routine care and working as part of a team Requirements: Experience working in nurseries and/or Early Years settings Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development and age-appropriate practice A Level 2, Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification is highly desirable (but experience alone will also be considered) Ability...

Nursery Assistant Flexible Hours | Competitive Pay | Hull Are you passionate about early years education and ready to join a fantastic schools in Hull? If you're a Level 2 or 3 Qualified Nursery Assistant looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity, we want to hear from you! Pay from £95 per day within school based hours. The Role: Join thriving nursery teams dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow in schools across Hull. As a valued Nursery Assistant, you'll support children aged 0-5 years, planning exciting activities, promoting learning through play, and ensuring every child feels supported and valued. Essential: NVQ Level 3 or Level 2 in Early Years or equivalent qualification A strong understanding of the EYFS framework Enthusiasm, creativity, and a proactive approach to supporting children's development Why Work Through Tradewind Recruitment? Competitive Pay: Earn a rate reflective of your expertise...

Class Recruitment are looking for reliable nursery assistants to work in nurseries in Gloucester / Cheltenham and surrounding areas. We are looking for someone who will get down to the children's level and be able to use their imitative. Benefits of working with us... - Excellent rates of pay, paid every Friday - Flexible working days (Monday – Friday) - You Choose what days you work - Can change it every week - No Umbrella companies - All PAYE, TAX, NI done for you - Professional support and great communication by a lovely, long standing team at Class Recruitment - Refer a friend £100 vouchers bonus (Refer a qualified practitioner to us we will pay £250 vouchers)* Job Role.. - Engage with the children all day - Help set up activities, engage with them then tidy away - General cleaning around the nursery - Support at mealtimes, ensuring the children are supervised and being spoken too during their meals - Ensure the children are safe, happy, and enjoying their day! To...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Solihull – B90 and surrounding areas Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the B90 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following safeguarding,...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Birmingham – B10 and surrounding areas Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the B10 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following safeguarding,...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Walsall – WS1 and surrounding areas Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the WS1 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following safeguarding,...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Birmingham – B16 and surrounding areas Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the Birmingham B16 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following...

We’re Hiring: Level 3 Childcare Teaching Assistants & Nursery Practitioners Location: Wolverhampton – WV1 and surrounding areas Setting: Private Nurseries ⏰ Hours: Full-time & Part-time available Are you an experienced Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a high-quality nursery setting? We’re recruiting passionate early years professionals to work across friendly, well-established private nurseries in the WV1 area. The Role You’ll support children aged 0–5 in their learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities Supporting children’s learning and development Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities Creating a safe, inclusive, and caring environment Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress Working closely with nursery staff, parents, and carers Following...

Opus Teach are looking for Teaching Assistants (TAs) to work with our partnered schools on a temporary, part-time, full-time and ad-hoc basis. Are you looking for an opportunity that offers flexibility with a friendly and professional service to ‘help make a difference in education and support schools across Suffolk and the surrounding areas’? We have also been seeing a heightened requirement for TA support requests for full term and academic year requests. Why Opus Teach? Opus Teach is an education recruitment agency, wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, supporting over 300 schools and education providers across Suffolk and surrounding areas, including Norfolk and Essex. We pride ourselves on building great relationships with all our teachers, support team members and schools to make the most out of each work opportunity. As a Teaching Assistant, you will: * Be responsible for supporting students in allocated classes, ensuring equality of opportunity for all. * Help support...

Nursery Assistant role- Primary School in NW6 - ASAP start, Long Term Location: NW6, Kensal Rise Start Date: ASAP Role: Nursery Practitioner (Must have minimum Level 2 Childcare Qualification) Contract: Full-time, ASAP – July 2026 - TERM TIME ONLY Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £105–£115 per day We are working with a fantastic, community-focused primary school in NW6 who are looking for an experienced Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or 3) to join their Early Years team as soon as possible. This is a brilliant long-term opportunity until July 2026 initially, ideal for someone passionate about supporting early development in a nurturing, well‑resourced environment. Key Responsibilities: * Supporting children aged 3–4 in a busy, school nursery environment * Assisting with planning and delivering engaging, age‑appropriate activities * Creating a safe, nurturing space that supports children’s personal development * Providing personal care where required * Working closely with the...

Location: Birmingham Contract: Flexible / Supply / Long-term opportunities available Salary: £80-£110 per day The Role Supporting children aged 0–5 within nursery and Early Years environments Delivering engaging, play-based activities in line with the EYFS framework Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment Supporting children’s social, emotional and physical development Working collaboratively with practitioners and following setting policies and procedures The Ideal Candidate Will: Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Have experience working within Early Years or nursery settings Demonstrate a caring, patient and enthusiastic approach Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection Be reliable, adaptable and confident working in different settings Why Work with PK Education? Competitive rates of pay Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Access to...