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Nursery Assistant

Company:TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:£12.17 to £14.25 an hour
Hours:Part-time
Location:LS8
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Contract
Posting date:23 Sept 2026
Closing date:23 Oct 2026
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Summary

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work across nurseries in Leeds?

Do you have experience supporting children within an Early Years setting?

Are you reliable, caring and able to adapt to different nursery environments?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming and supportive nurseries across the Leeds LS8/LS9/LS7 area. These nurseries focus on creating safe, engaging and stimulating environments where children are encouraged to learn through play, exploration and creativity while supporting every child’s individual development.

The nurseries are looking to take on flexible Nursery Assistants for day-to-day cover roles. The successful Nursery Assistant will be expected to support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS, assist with daily routines and activities, and work closely with nursery staff to ensure a positive learning environment for children aged 0-5 years. The role would be ideal for anyone who is currently studying Early Years / Primary Education, and is looking for a part-time role to fit around their studies and is wanting to gain more experience working with children!

The successful Nursery Assistant will have:

  • Experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
  • Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
  • A positive and proactive attitude
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Flexibility to work across different nursery settings
  • 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
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme
  • Terms and Conditions apply

  • 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:

    rachel.hill@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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