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Nursery Assistant

Company:TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:£12.17 to £14.25 an hour
Hours:Part-time
Location:YO30
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Temporary
Posting date:10 Nov 2026
Closing date:10 Dec 2026
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Summary

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: York

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £12.17 - £14.25 per hour

Job Type: Part Time, Temporary

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in York?

Do you have a passion for supporting young children's learning and development?

Are you looking to join a friendly and welcoming nursery team where you can make a real difference?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small independent nursery based in York, who are looking to appoint a Nursery Assistant. The nursery offers a friendly and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to learn, play and develop, with a close-knit team dedicated to providing high-quality childcare.

The nursery is looking to take on an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant on a part-time, temporary basis with an immediate start available. The successful Nursery Assistant will support children throughout their daily routines, assist with engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS framework and work alongside experienced nursery staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment.

The successful Nursery Assistant will have:

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    A childcare qualification is not essential

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    Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential

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    An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS framework is desirable

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    A passion for supporting children's learning and development

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    Good communication and teamwork skills

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    A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach

    In return for the above you can expect to receive:

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

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

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      Market leading rates of pay

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      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 Nursery Assistant position, then click

      APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

      EMAIL:

      chloe.northrop@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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