Job Description

Join CherryHarbour Nursery as a Nursery Assistant (Unqualified)

Salary:

12.33 per hour

Contract Type:

Full-Time (42.5 hours per week)


Are you passionate about early childhood development and looking to start your career in a nurturing, supportive environment? CherryHarbour Nursery is the perfect place to grow!

About Us:

CherryHarbour is a purpose-built nursery with three age-specific rooms designed to support children's development from infancy to preschool. We believe in creating a warm, inclusive space where children thrive--and where our team feels valued and supported.We offer:


A dedicated staff room for relaxing breaks Free parking just a short walk away Convenient access to local bus routes

Our Approach:

We follow a child-led philosophy that encourages independence, confidence, and curiosity. With a spacious outdoor area, we promote safe exploration and a love for nature. Diversity, emotional wellbeing, and healthy living are at the heart of our daily activities.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

At Family First, we invest in our people. Here's what you can expect:

Generous Annual Leave:

24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays

Duvet Day:

Extra day off for 100% attendance

Childcare Discount:

75% off nursery fees

Health & Wellbeing Support:

Confidential helpline access

Career Development:

Tailored learning and progression opportunities

Pension Scheme:

Competitive and secure

Referral Bonuses:

Help us grow our team and earn rewards

Free Onsite Parking

Team Events & Celebrations

Clear Career Pathways

Your Role as Nursery Assistant:

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors Support age-appropriate learning through engaging activities Build strong bonds with children as a key person Observe and record development using our EyLog system Meet children's daily physical, emotional, and social needs

What We're Looking For:

A caring, creative, and committed individual Fluent in written and spoken English (essential) Experience in Early Years (desirable) Knowledge of EYFS framework (desirable) Level 2/3 childcare qualification (desirable but not required)

Safeguarding Commitment:

We are dedicated to safeguarding children and require all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks will be conducted for all successful applicants.


CherryHarbour is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.