Nursery Assistant - Day to Day Cover!


Company:	TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:	£12.17 to £14.75 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	BD11 1BJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	14 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: Drighlington

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £12.17 - £14.75 per hour

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work in a welcoming nursery setting?

Do you enjoy supporting preschool children through engaging play and learning activities?

Are you reliable, adaptable and ready to make a positive impact on a day-to-day basis?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a friendly private nursery in Drighlington that is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. The setting encourages learning through play and supports every child to develop confidence, independence and a love for learning.

The nursery is looking to recruit a Nursery Assistant to work on a flexible day-to-day basis, supporting within the preschool room. The successful Nursery Assistant will assist with daily routines, encourage children's development through play-based activities and work closely with the nursery team to provide high-quality care and learning experiences.

The successful Nursery Assistant will have:

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent is desirable, but not required

Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting

Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Flexibility and a positive, can-do attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL:

courtney.swain@teacheractive.com

CONTACT NUMBER: 0113 331 4945

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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