Job Description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Assistant

Position: Full-time Nursery Assistant

Location: Downend

Job Type: Full[-time, Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours Monday to Friday, all year round

Salary: Up to 12.25 per hour (depending on qualifications & experience)

About Us

At Red Bus Nursery & Preschool Downend part of the Chalk Nursery Group, we're committed to creating a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for all children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Red Bus Downend

is a vibrant, four-storey nursery in a beautifully restored former maternity hospital. Every floor features bright, character-filled rooms, from sensory spaces to a glass yurt and a unique Curiosity Room. With landscaped gardens, excellent facilities, and space for both children and staff to thrive, it's a truly special place to work. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

About the Role

We're looking for a

dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant

to join our team.

As a Nursery Assistant, you will:

Support qualified team members in delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS framework

Help care for children throughout the day, including at mealtimes, during rest, and in daily routines

Build warm relationships with children and families, supporting development and wellbeing

Maintain a clean, safe and stimulating environment -- both indoors and outdoors

Contribute to observation and assessment processes (training provided)

Uphold high standards of safeguarding, hygiene, and inclusive practice

What We're Looking For

A positive, caring attitude and a genuine passion for working with children

Good communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to learn and develop (support to achieve Early Years qualifications available)

Some experience with children

A good standard of literacy and numeracy

What We Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package
31 days of annual leave (including paid time off at Christmas)
Regular

staff social events

and recognition initiatives
Free access to expert wellbeing support, daily check-ins, and virtual health consultations via the Symbio app
Discounted childcare

Free meals on shift

Full uniform provided
Ongoing

training and development

opportunities
A genuinely supportive team and leadership structure

Important Information

All positions are subject to an

enhanced DBS check

Applicants must have the

right to work in the UK

We are committed to

safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

- all staff are expected to share this commitment

Apply Today

If you're caring, enthusiastic, and ready to start or grow your career in early years childcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: LC Flax Unqual