Nursery Assistant - Full Time Start Date: February (Possibly sooner) Location: Croydon Setting: Nursery (Baby Room, Toddlers & Preschool) Contract: Long-term with view to permanent Working Hours: Various shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm A well-established nursery in Croydon is seeking a full-time Nursery Assistant to join their team from February. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent, supporting children across the baby room, toddlers, and preschool. The nursery is looking for a reliable and nurturing practitioner who can contribute to a safe, stimulating, and caring environment and support children at each stage of their early development. Key Responsibilities: Support children's learning and development across baby, toddler, and preschool rooms Assist with daily routines, including personal care and mealtimes Help create a safe, engaging, and well-organised learning environment Support age-appropriate, play-based activities Work collaboratively with room leaders and the wider nursery team Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times Requirements: Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting Confidence supporting children across different age groups A caring, patient, and proactive approach Ability to commit to a long-term role with the intention of becoming permanent Good understanding of safeguarding within early years settings This role would suit a Nursery Assistant seeking stability, progression, and the opportunity to become a permanent member of a supportive nursery team. To apply or for further information, please get in touch. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
Jan 16, 2026
Contractor
Nursery Assistant - Full Time Start Date: February (Possibly sooner) Location: Croydon Setting: Nursery (Baby Room, Toddlers & Preschool) Contract: Long-term with view to permanent Working Hours: Various shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm A well-established nursery in Croydon is seeking a full-time Nursery Assistant to join their team from February. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent, supporting children across the baby room, toddlers, and preschool. The nursery is looking for a reliable and nurturing practitioner who can contribute to a safe, stimulating, and caring environment and support children at each stage of their early development. Key Responsibilities: Support children's learning and development across baby, toddler, and preschool rooms Assist with daily routines, including personal care and mealtimes Help create a safe, engaging, and well-organised learning environment Support age-appropriate, play-based activities Work collaboratively with room leaders and the wider nursery team Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times Requirements: Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting Confidence supporting children across different age groups A caring, patient, and proactive approach Ability to commit to a long-term role with the intention of becoming permanent Good understanding of safeguarding within early years settings This role would suit a Nursery Assistant seeking stability, progression, and the opportunity to become a permanent member of a supportive nursery team. To apply or for further information, please get in touch. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
Nursery: Sunshine Nursery School, 8 Warner Way, Chilton Industrial Estate, Sudbury, CO10 2GG Hours: Full Time, Monday-Friday Salary: Up to £13.50 per hour Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more We are incredibly proud to say we've achieved three consecutive Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, thanks to our experienced and long standing team. We've developed meaningful partnerships with local care homes and Community Wardens, bringing wonderful enrichment opportunities for our children and fostering a real sense of community connection. Our newly refurbished open plan baby room offers a beautiful, safe, and inspiring space where our youngest children can explore, play, and learn in a way that suits their individual needs. Want to discover more about what makes Sunshine Nursery such a special place? We'd love to welcome you leuwih read on to learn more! Who & What is Storal? It's our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily a part of here at Sunshine. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Bringing your whole self is a must if that's pink hair, being Neurospicy or having a unique pastime, we encourage it all. Your uniqueomial is what makes our Nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community. About the role As a Senior Nursery Practitioner you will be a key part of keep our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include: Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions Bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments About you A true love for child development and care Able and willing to work in a team Ability to communicate effectively with management, your peers and parents High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity Knowledge of the EYFS framework Must haves Early Years qualification at Level 3 Experience working with all age groups within Early Years Why work for us For you - We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. Enhanced DBS check and subscription to the DBS Update Service We partner with world leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. Curious to know more? We'd love to tell you more about what makes Sunshine so special. Storal is the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment that encourages feedback discussion resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a thorough compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS.
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Sunshine Nursery School, 8 Warner Way, Chilton Industrial Estate, Sudbury, CO10 2GG Hours: Full Time, Monday-Friday Salary: Up to £13.50 per hour Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more We are incredibly proud to say we've achieved three consecutive Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, thanks to our experienced and long standing team. We've developed meaningful partnerships with local care homes and Community Wardens, bringing wonderful enrichment opportunities for our children and fostering a real sense of community connection. Our newly refurbished open plan baby room offers a beautiful, safe, and inspiring space where our youngest children can explore, play, and learn in a way that suits their individual needs. Want to discover more about what makes Sunshine Nursery such a special place? We'd love to welcome you leuwih read on to learn more! Who & What is Storal? It's our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily a part of here at Sunshine. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Bringing your whole self is a must if that's pink hair, being Neurospicy or having a unique pastime, we encourage it all. Your uniqueomial is what makes our Nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community. About the role As a Senior Nursery Practitioner you will be a key part of keep our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include: Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions Bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments About you A true love for child development and care Able and willing to work in a team Ability to communicate effectively with management, your peers and parents High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity Knowledge of the EYFS framework Must haves Early Years qualification at Level 3 Experience working with all age groups within Early Years Why work for us For you - We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. Enhanced DBS check and subscription to the DBS Update Service We partner with world leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. Curious to know more? We'd love to tell you more about what makes Sunshine so special. Storal is the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment that encourages feedback discussion resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a thorough compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS.
Baby Room Leader Are you a passionate and nurturing early years professional ready to take the lead in creating a calm, caring, and stimulating environment for babies? We're looking for a dedicated Baby Room Leader to join our close-knit team and provide the very best start in life for the youngest children in our care. About us We are a warm, family-centered nursery committed to creating a supportive, respectful, and reflective environment for children, families, and staff. The baby room is at the heart of our setting; it's the first experience families have with us, and we take pride in building trusting, positive relationships from day one. You'll be the welcoming face of the nursery, helping each child and parent feel safe, valued, and part of our community. The role As our Baby Room Leader, you will: Lead a small, nurturing baby room for up to six babies, ensuring the highest standard of care and learning. Work closely with the leaders of two other rooms to ensure smooth transitions and shared best practices across the setting. Provide a warm, settling-in experience for new families, creating strong bonds with both babies and parents built on trust and communication. Plan and deliver age-appropriate experiences in line with the EYFS, supporting each baby's individual development. Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment, ensuring allergy awareness, hygiene, and health standards are met at all times. Be fully pediatric first-aid trained and lead by example in implementing safe and caring practice. Support, guide, and motivate your team, fostering a nurturing, positive atmosphere for both staff and children. Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues, providing regular updates and reassurance. What we're looking for A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years. Proven experience working with babies (0-2 years) in a nursery or early years setting, ideally in a leadership or senior practitioner role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, allergy awareness, and best practice in baby care and early development. Paediatric first aid qualification (essential). A naturally caring, calm, and patient approach. Someone who builds trust with ease and takes pride in their practice. Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across rooms and contribute to the wider nursery team. Benefits Benefits include a full-time position in a small, nurturing room with only six babies. A supportive environment where your leadership and ideas are valued. Additional leave and company pension. Health & wellbeing program and opportunities for ongoing professional development. You will have the chance to make a lasting impact as the first person that families meet during their nursery journey. Free staff snacks and refreshments in staff area Birthday off Flexibility in hours in when needed Annual Christmas celebration Termly team events Employee bonus structure Salary: £26,000-£32,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications). Why join us? This is a wonderful opportunity for a caring and confident leader to take ownership of the baby room and make it their own. If you're someone who leads with warmth, reflects on your practice, and wants to nurture both children and colleagues, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work alongside a dedicated team and supportive management, with the freedom to shape your role and grow as our nursery continues to develop. How to apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience with babies and what makes you the right fit for this role. We can't wait to welcome you into our nursery family.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Baby Room Leader Are you a passionate and nurturing early years professional ready to take the lead in creating a calm, caring, and stimulating environment for babies? We're looking for a dedicated Baby Room Leader to join our close-knit team and provide the very best start in life for the youngest children in our care. About us We are a warm, family-centered nursery committed to creating a supportive, respectful, and reflective environment for children, families, and staff. The baby room is at the heart of our setting; it's the first experience families have with us, and we take pride in building trusting, positive relationships from day one. You'll be the welcoming face of the nursery, helping each child and parent feel safe, valued, and part of our community. The role As our Baby Room Leader, you will: Lead a small, nurturing baby room for up to six babies, ensuring the highest standard of care and learning. Work closely with the leaders of two other rooms to ensure smooth transitions and shared best practices across the setting. Provide a warm, settling-in experience for new families, creating strong bonds with both babies and parents built on trust and communication. Plan and deliver age-appropriate experiences in line with the EYFS, supporting each baby's individual development. Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment, ensuring allergy awareness, hygiene, and health standards are met at all times. Be fully pediatric first-aid trained and lead by example in implementing safe and caring practice. Support, guide, and motivate your team, fostering a nurturing, positive atmosphere for both staff and children. Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues, providing regular updates and reassurance. What we're looking for A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years. Proven experience working with babies (0-2 years) in a nursery or early years setting, ideally in a leadership or senior practitioner role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, allergy awareness, and best practice in baby care and early development. Paediatric first aid qualification (essential). A naturally caring, calm, and patient approach. Someone who builds trust with ease and takes pride in their practice. Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across rooms and contribute to the wider nursery team. Benefits Benefits include a full-time position in a small, nurturing room with only six babies. A supportive environment where your leadership and ideas are valued. Additional leave and company pension. Health & wellbeing program and opportunities for ongoing professional development. You will have the chance to make a lasting impact as the first person that families meet during their nursery journey. Free staff snacks and refreshments in staff area Birthday off Flexibility in hours in when needed Annual Christmas celebration Termly team events Employee bonus structure Salary: £26,000-£32,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications). Why join us? This is a wonderful opportunity for a caring and confident leader to take ownership of the baby room and make it their own. If you're someone who leads with warmth, reflects on your practice, and wants to nurture both children and colleagues, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work alongside a dedicated team and supportive management, with the freedom to shape your role and grow as our nursery continues to develop. How to apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience with babies and what makes you the right fit for this role. We can't wait to welcome you into our nursery family.
