Nursery Assistant
Hull
From £11.68p.h
Full Time / Part Time
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Day to Day / Long Term / Permanent
About the role
As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the care and development of children in a nurturing and educational environment. Your primary responsibilities will involve working closely with the nursery team to ensure the well-being, safety, and happiness of the children in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting with Daily Care: You will actively contribute to the daily care routines of the children, including feeding, changing diapers, and promoting good hygiene practices. Your nurturing presence and attentive approach will help create a warm and supportive atmosphere within the nursery.
Supporting Learning Activities: Collaborating with the nursery team, you will assist in creating and implementing age-appropriate activities and educational experiences that promote the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of the children. By engaging in play-based learning, you will help stimulate their curiosity and encourage their growth.
Monitoring and Supervision: As a Nursery Assistant, you will maintain a vigilant eye over the children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. You will actively participate in indoor and outdoor play activities, while also providing guidance and support during daily routines.
Building Relationships: You will establish positive and supportive relationships with both the children and their families, fostering open communication and trust. By engaging in respectful and empathetic interactions, you will create a welcoming environment that promotes a sense of belonging for all.
Assisting with Record-Keeping: You will maintain accurate records of daily observations, progress, and incidents. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will contribute to effective communication with parents and the wider nursery team.
About the school
At Vision for Education, we have established strong partnerships with a diverse range of private and local authority nurseries. As a result, we offer a variety of contracts that cater to different settings based on your experience and agreed travel remit. Your dedicated consultant will collaborate closely with you, ensuring that the opportunities presented align perfectly with your skills and aspirations.
We understand that each individual has unique preferences and requirements when it comes to their career path. That's why our team is committed to providing personalized support throughout your journey with us. Your consultant will take the time to understand your needs, expertise, and professional goals, guiding you towards the most suitable nursery environments.
By working alongside Vision for Education, you can expect:
Tailored Placement Opportunities: We strive to match you with nurseries that align with your skills and desired work settings. Whether you prefer local authority or private nurseries, we have a wide range of contracts available to suit your preferences.
Collaborative Relationship: Your dedicated consultant will serve as your trusted advisor, working hand in hand with you to identify the perfect opportunities. We value open communication and will always take your input into consideration when recommending placements.
Comprehensive Support: From the initial application process to ongoing placements, our team is here to provide guidance and assistance whenever you need it. We are committed to your professional growth and will support you at every step of your career.
Flexibility and Travel Remit: Depending on the agreed terms, you may have the chance to experience various nursery settings within a designated travel area. This flexibility allows you to gain diverse experiences and broaden your skill set.
At Vision for Education, we believe that finding the right fit between educators and nurseries is crucial for a successful and rewarding career. Trust us to navigate the nursery landscape on your behalf, ensuring that the opportunities presented are tailored to your needs and aspirations.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Nursery Assistants you will:
- Genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
- Patience, compassion, and the ability to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of child development and appropriate care practices.
- Relevant qualifications or certifications in early childhood education or childcare are desirable.
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Must be wiling to apply for or already hold a DBS on the Update Service, be able to provide relevent proffessional references.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Vision for Education
What Vision for Education offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Ryan Johnson on 01482 529 450 or email ryan.johnson@visionforeducation.co.uk .
