Nursery Assistant

Posting date:	05 June 2025
Salary:	£13.69 to £13.8 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	05 July 2025
Location:	SE2
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	SENURSEASSIST-EYFS-8985

Summary

Job Title: Early Years Assistant
Location: South East London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £13.69 – £13.80 per hour

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant looking for a new opportunity in South East London?

Do you enjoy supporting young children in their early learning and development in a fun, safe, and engaging environment?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting passionate Early Years Assistants to work across a range of nurseries and early years settings throughout South East London. This is a great chance to gain valuable experience, work with different teams, and help support children aged 0-5 years during a crucial stage in their development.

Whether you're newly qualified, have some experience, or are looking to grow your career in early years, we want to hear from you!

Your Role Will Involve:

• Assisting with play activities, routines, and meal/snack times

  
  

• Supporting children’s learning and emotional wellbeing

  
  

• Helping to create a warm, secure, and stimulating environment

  
  

• Working alongside Early Years Practitioners and other staff

  
  

• Being adaptable and confident working with children across different age groups

  
  We’re Looking For:

  • A kind, patient, and enthusiastic attitude

    
    

  • Experience working with children, either paid or voluntary

    
    

  • Level 2 in Childcare (desirable but not essential)

    
    

  • A basic understanding of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework

    
    

  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

    
    In Return, You’ll Receive:

    • Ongoing support from a friendly and experienced team of consultants

      
      

    • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply)

      
      

    • Access to free CPD training and certificates through our My-Progression platform

      
      

    • Flexible working arrangements across a variety of settings

      
      

    • Competitive hourly rates with no hidden admin deductions

      
      

    • £100 referral bonus when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply)

      
      

    • PAYE – ensuring you’re paid correctly with no unexpected fees

      
      

      If you're passionate about early years and ready for your next role, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss opportunities near you.

      Email: megan.courtney@teacheractive.com
      Contact: 020 7858 6655

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.