Nursery Assistant – London (All Boroughs)
| Posting date: | 31 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £11.50–£16.00 per hour (depending on Experience, Age and Qualifications) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Quint Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | QED-NA-LND 1 |
Summary
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with the daily care, learning, and development of children aged 0–5 years
• Engage children in creative, educational, and physical activities indoors and outdoors
• Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to support each child’s development
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and hygiene of children always
• Collaborate with nursery staff and contribute to a positive and stimulating environment
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers
• Assist with feeding, nappy changing, and general supervision
Requirements:
Essential:
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education (e.g., CACHE, NCFE, City & Guilds, Pearson)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willing to obtain one)
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies
• 3 References
Desirable:
• Paediatric First Aid certificate
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Understanding of the EYFS framework
Benefits:
• Flexible working options across London
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression
• Supportive team and dedicated consultant
• Continuous professional development (CPD) and training
• Assist with the daily care, learning, and development of children aged 0–5 years
• Engage children in creative, educational, and physical activities indoors and outdoors
• Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to support each child’s development
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and hygiene of children always
• Collaborate with nursery staff and contribute to a positive and stimulating environment
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers
• Assist with feeding, nappy changing, and general supervision
Requirements:
Essential:
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Education (e.g., CACHE, NCFE, City & Guilds, Pearson)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willing to obtain one)
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies
• 3 References
Desirable:
• Paediatric First Aid certificate
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Understanding of the EYFS framework
Benefits:
• Flexible working options across London
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression
• Supportive team and dedicated consultant
• Continuous professional development (CPD) and training