Nursery Assistant

Pay Rate: £95-£105 per day depending on experience

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Do you enjoy supporting young children during the most important stages of their early development?

Chalk Education are recruiting for a dedicated Nursery Assistant to join a welcoming nursery setting in Reading. This is a long-term, full-time position starting immediately and offers an excellent opportunity to work within a nurturing early years environment where every day is rewarding and different.

Job Description

This role will involve:

• Supporting the learning and development of children aged 0-5 years.
• Assisting with the delivery of engaging play-based activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Encouraging children's social, emotional, and physical development.
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and positive environment for all children.
• Supporting children during mealtimes, outdoor play, and daily routines.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assisting with observations and contributing towards children's learning records.

Alongside the staff, you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Previous experience working with young children within a nursery, preschool, school, childcare, or similar setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's early development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework is desirable but not essential.
• The ability to create positive relationships with children and families.

Additional Requirements

• References confirming suitability for role.
• Commitment to Safeguarding.
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants.
• Continual professional development through online training.
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience.
• Opportunities within a range of nurseries and educational settings.
• Refer a friend bonus with £100 in vouchers for both parties.

For more information, please contact Sam Alozie on 07377 969649.

Please note that the advertised pay rate is inclusive of holiday pay.