We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join an early years team on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January 2026.

This independent Christian primary school offers a nurturing environment for children aged 3 to 11. With a strong focus on academic, personal, and spiritual development, the school provides tailored learning from Nursery through to Reception. Staff foster respect, independence, and high achievement in a calm, supportive setting.

Duties as a Nursery Assistant:

• Assist in the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development
• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional well-being through positive interaction and play
• Help with feeding, toileting, and general personal care routines as required
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised learning environment
• Observe and record children’s progress to support individual learning plans
• Work closely with teachers, room leaders, and parents to ensure each child’s needs are met
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety policies at all times

Ideal Nursery Assistant:

• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting is desirable
• A warm, patient, and positive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills as a Nursery Assistant.
• Relevant childcare qualifications (Level 2 or above) are advantageous

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.  

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.   

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.  

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