Job Description

Are you caring, energetic, and ready to support young children's development? Are you looking to start your early years journey we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Nursery Assistant, you'll work alongside our experienced team to provide warm, consistent care throughout the nursery day. You'll be involved in all aspects of daily routines, play, learning, and personal care -- helping us create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for every child.

This is a great opportunity for someone starting out in early years education or for those who prefer a long-term support role without a qualification pathway.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting children during play, mealtimes, and resto Assisting with care routines such as handwashing, changing, and feedingo Helping set up and tidy learning environmentso Building positive relationships with children and colleagueso Attending training and staff meetingso Supporting learning experiences planned by the teamo Always promoting a safe and high-quality environment

What We're Looking For

A kind, patient, and helpful natureo Reliability, good timekeeping, and a positive attitudeo Ability to follow guidance and work as part of a teamo Enthusiasm for working with young childreno Commitment to safeguarding and confidentialityo PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to join)o SSSC registration (or willingness to register)

What We Offer

Supportive and welcoming teamo Uniform providedo Ongoing training and development opportunitieso A valued role where you can make a real difference in children's lives

How to Apply

Please apply directly through

Indeed

. We review all applications through the platform and will be in touch with shortlisted candidates.

Shortlisted applicants may also be invited to visit the nursery to see our team and environment in action. Visits are usually between

9:00am and 4:30pm

, avoiding our quiet time between

11:00am and 1:00pm

.

Smiley Stars Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to PVG Scheme membership, SSSC registration, and satisfactory references.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person