At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan fun activities and build relationships with children and families.
- Company: Join a warm, supportive team at Prima Montessori and Day Nursery.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, 33 days holiday, and a 75% childcare discount.
- Other info: Access to professional development and opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn; experience in Early Years preferred.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 22000 £ per year.
Location: Gillingham, United Kingdom
Date Opened: 08/07/2026
Work Experience: 0-1 year
Job Type: Full time
Province: Kent
City: Gillingham
Postal Code: ME7 3JQ
Country: United Kingdom
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday) with flexible options available.
At Prima Montessori, we are looking for a caring, enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our supportive, friendly team. You will enjoy flexibility, recognition and genuine opportunities to grow, all in a nurturing environment where both children and colleagues thrive.
We believe the best outcomes for children start with happy, supported teams. Here’s what you will enjoy:
- Flexible Working Options: 4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle
- 33 Days Paid Holiday: 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
- 75% Childcare Discount: for your own children
- Career Growth: Tailored training, development and promotion opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential helpline and wellbeing resources
- Supportive Culture: Warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats
- Company Pension: and free on-site parking
- DBS Paid For: We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check
- Uniform Provided: So you’re ready from day one
The Role:
- Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
- Build trusted relationships with children and families
- Work collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere
About You:
- You are compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.
- A desire to learn and grow
- Confident written and spoken English
- Experience in an Early Years setting
- Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices
Why Join Us?
Our warm, experienced team brings passion and deep child knowledge to every interaction, tailoring support beautifully to individual needs. As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you will have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.
Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you will be supported, appreciated and inspired every day.
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Prima Montessori 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.
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