Nursery Assistants needed in Chester

  • TeacherActive
  • Chester, Cheshire
  • Feb 27, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

Nursery Assistants Needed!

Location: Chester
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £14 £17 per hour

Are you passionate about working with young children?
Do you enjoy supporting little ones as they learn, grow, and reach new milestones?
Looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?

If that sounds like you, we d love to hear from you.

TeacherActive is currently recruiting Nursery Assistants to work as Bank Staff across private nurseries and pre-school settings in Chester. We build strong, lasting relationships with our nurseries, which means we can match you with settings where you ll feel supported, welcomed, and valued.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain varied experience, enhance your CPD, and enjoy flexible day-to-day work where no two days are the same.

Your Role Will Include:
  • Supporting children aged 0 5 in a safe, nurturing environment

  • Assisting with fun, engaging activities that promote learning through play

  • Helping to maintain a calm and positive atmosphere

  • Supporting children on a 1:1 or small group basis where required

  • Following safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times

We re Looking For Someone Who:
  • Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (preferred but not essential)

  • Has experience supporting children in an educational setting, ideally within Early Years

  • Is calm, patient, and naturally caring

  • Has strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Understands the importance of safeguarding

What You ll Receive in Return:
  • A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support you

  • A smooth and simple onboarding process

  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)

  • Access to CPD courses and certificates via My-Progression

  • Market-leading rates of pay

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

  • PAYE payments no hidden admin fees, just straightforward pay

If you re ready for flexible, rewarding work in supportive nursery environments, click APPLY NOW and we ll be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

We look forward to hearing from you!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.