Nursery Assistant

Nursery Assistant

Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £12.22
Contracted Hours: 30 hours per week 

About the Role

At Tops Day Nurseries we are committed to providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible Casual Nursery Assistant to join our team on a 0-hour contract. This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible working hours to fit around their schedule.

About the Nursery

Tops Mini Mariners Nursery is a 36  place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Mini Mariners, Taunton. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Cooking school, Boogie Mites, Yoga, Toothbrushing, Football fun and much more!

What does the role involve?

• Helping with feeding, changing diapers, and assisting children with toilet training.
• Supporting nursery practitioners in planning and leading educational or play activities. This includes helping children engage in play, art, crafts, and other activities that aid in their development.
• Keeping play areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Keeping an eye on children during activities, free play, and outdoor time to ensure their safety.
• Helping support children's learning by engaging them in conversations, reading stories, and encouraging social interaction.
• Assisting nursery staff in keeping records of the children's progress, attendance, or activities.

What are we looking for?

• Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills, to engage with the children and converse with other staff members and parents.
• Creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities to children that can ensure the child is happy and learning in a rewarding environment.
• Positive outlook, to keep children happy and build an environment where children feel secure and rewarded.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.

Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.

Flexible Working Options: Maximise Your Time Off with Compressed Hours. By working compressed hours, you can enjoy even more time off either work a four-day week every week and gain up to 48 extra days off per year. or, alternatively, work nine days over two weeks, and you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. That’s on top of your standard holiday allowance!

Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.

Exclusive Deals and Discounts: Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for up to 40% off cinema tickets, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers.

Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.

Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also  proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Childrens’ Barred List.

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