Nursery Assistant

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: East Grinstead

Salary: £16,000 - £17,500 per annum

Hours: Full-time (rotational shifts 8-5 or 7-4)

Starting Date: ASAP (Permanent Role)

Are you a creative, imaginative, and passionate early years educator? Do you thrive in a nursery setting with modern resources, outdoor learning opportunities, and spacious classrooms? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Nursery Assistant at our independent nursery in East Grinstead.

About the Nursery:

• Average-sized nursery supporting approximately 75 children.
• Split rooms for various age groups (Babies, 2-3, and pre-school).
• Privately run (family) nursery with competitive rates of pay.
• Supportive, valued, and long-standing team and senior leadership.
• Awarded 'Outstanding' by OFSTED.
• Boasts brilliant resources and outdoor learning areas.

Job Description: We are seeking Nursery Assistants available to start immediately. Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience supporting young children from newborn to Age 5.
• Understanding of the current Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) programme.
• Ability to meet the needs of every individual child and feel confident working in both small and large groups.
• Capability to provide 2 references (1 must be from the last employer).
• Demonstrable 10-year employment/education history.

In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer competitive rates of pay with no hidden deductions, a refer-a-friend scheme, Nursery Nurse of the term awards, access to Randstad Education's online CPD portfolio, long-term and permanent job opportunities, and the support of a dedicated consultant with a 24hr on-call facility. This position can be either a long-term placement or a permanent role, depending on your preferences and availability.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child safety standards and UK eligibility checks.

If you are passionate about early years education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young children, apply today!