Unqualified Nursery Assistant

Nursery Assistant
Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time or Part-Time Available
Location: Oxfordshire
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
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About the Role

A welcoming nursery in Oxfordshire is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in childcare and gain valuable experience within a supportive and nurturing environment.

Working alongside experienced Early Years practitioners, you will help create a safe, engaging, and stimulating setting where children are encouraged to learn, explore, and develop through play. No formal childcare qualification is required, making this an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for working with young children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–5 years with their learning, care, and development
• Assist with delivering engaging activities and play experiences
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and communication development
• Assist with daily routines, including mealtimes, toileting, and transitions
• Observe children's progress and provide feedback to the nursery team
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• A genuine passion for working with young children
• Previous experience working with children is desirable, whether in a nursery, school, care, or voluntary setting
• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and develop within an Early Years setting
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to Work in the UK

Desirable:

• Experience within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Interest in completing an Early Years or Childcare qualification

What This Role Offers

• ASAP and September start opportunities available
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Supportive and friendly nursery team
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Opportunity to gain valuable Early Years experience and make a positive impact on children's learning and development