Job Description: Nursery Assistant

Location: Wellingborough, United Kingdom
Type: Full-Time
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Are you an experienced Nursery Assistant with a passion for early childhood education? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team in Wellingborough. As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners to thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting Learning: Collaborate with the lead teacher to deliver age-appropriate and stimulating activities that promote children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Supervision: Provide attentive supervision of children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Assessment: Assist in observing and assessing children's progress, maintaining records of their developmental milestones, and sharing insights with parents and the lead teacher.
• Individualized Care: Understand and cater to each child's unique needs, interests, and abilities, fostering a sense of belonging and self-confidence within the nursery setting.
• Classroom Setup: Assist in preparing the learning environment, including arranging materials, organizing play areas, and ensuring cleanliness and orderliness.
• Behavior Management: Employ positive behavior management techniques to encourage positive social interactions and conflict resolution among children.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with parents, colleagues, and the lead teacher, sharing updates, concerns, and achievements related to the children's progress.
• Health and Safety: Adhere to health and safety protocols, ensuring that all children are appropriately supervised, and that the nursery environment remains clean and hazard-free.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on the latest developments in early childhood education by participating in training sessions and workshops as required.

Qualifications:

• Education: A relevant childcare qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or 3, CACHE Diploma, Early Childhood Education degree) is preferred.
• Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Team Player: Strong collaborative skills, able to work effectively within a team of educators and support staff.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage parents, colleagues, and children effectively.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to the evolving needs of the nursery and its children, as well as the capacity to handle unexpected situations with poise.
• Initiative: Proactive and self-motivated, capable of taking initiative to enhance the learning experience for children.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of young minds.
• Positive and supportive work environment within a reputable nursery.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to a range of resources and materials to facilitate creative teaching.

If you are a passionate NurseryAssistant with experience in nurturing the growth and development of young learners, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now to become an integral part of [Nursery Name]'s commitment to fostering a love for learning and a strong foundation for future success.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your motivation for working as a Nursery Teaching Assistant at [Nursery Name]. We look forward to reviewing your application.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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