Part Time / Term Time Preschool Nursery Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Pro Rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Colchester, Essex, CO1 2LR |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Essex County Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | req20601_1764255695 |
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Part Time / Term Time Preschool Nursery Assistant (Level 3 or Level 2 Qualified)
Permanent, Term Time
£13.00 per hour, equal to £25,081 per annum, full time equivalent
Location: Colchester
Closing Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 at 11.59pm
Start Date: January 2026
Hours:
Full time - 1 role
- 32.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 8:45am - 3:45pm)
OR
part-time - 2 roles:
- Morning: 8:45am - 12:00pm (16.25 hrs/week)
- Afternoon: 12:00pm - 3:45pm (16.25 hrs/week)
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a warm, supportive environment, helping children learn, grow, and thrive. You'll be part of a team that values creativity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
Our nursery is Ofsted registered and part of Adult Community Learning (ACL) - Essex County Council's provider of lifelong learning. ACL offers qualifications and courses that make a real difference to people's lives, and our childcare facilities play a key role in supporting families and communities.
What You'll Do
- Be a Key Person, supporting children's learning and development.
- Create rich indoor and outdoor play experiences tailored to individual needs.
- Show enthusiasm for learning and professional growth, with a positive attitude toward gaining further qualifications.
- Plan, lead, and review activities that encourage emotional, physical, social, and intellectual growth.
- Confidently observe, support, and extend children's learning, helping them reach their full potential through engaging activities and experiences.
- Maintain accurate records (handwritten and online).
- Build strong partnerships with parents and carers.
- Ensure safeguarding and follow child protection procedures.
- Promote inclusion and positive attitudes to diversity.
- Share responsibility for health, safety, and cleanliness.
- Take part in team meetings, appraisals, and ongoing professional development.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Level 3 or Level 2 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- GCSE English (RQF Level 2).
- Experience in an Early Years setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan engaging activities that support holistic development.
Desirable:
- Paediatric First Aid & Safeguarding training (we provide if needed).
- Ability to adapt and work effectively under different circumstances.
What We Offer
- Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding training provided.
- Opportunities for further qualifications and career development.
- A friendly, inclusive team environment.
- The chance to make a real difference in children's lives.