Overview
Kemptown, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 1BX, UK
Nursery Assistant – Lunch Cover (11:00–15:00)
Hourly salary: £12.71
Permanent, Full‑time – 11:00–15:00, Monday to Friday
Qualifications
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
- Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g., Safeguarding)
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive work environment with a friendly team
- Company Pension scheme
- Free staff lunch
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Company events
- Sick pay
- Successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references required
Duties
- Provide high‑quality care and education to children aged 0‑5
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Observe and assess children’s development, identifying any areas of concern
- Collaborate with parents and other staff members to support children’s individual needs
- Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and development
- Ensure the nursery is clean, organised, and well‑maintained at all times
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well‑being of all children
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.