Nursery Assistant - Leatherhead - Kickstart Your Childcare Career!
Are you passionate about working with children and eager to embark on a rewarding career in childcare? We're excited to partner with a warm and welcoming family-run nursery in the Leatherhead area, who are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their growing team.
Due to their continued expansion, our client is offering a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience in a nurturing nursery environment, while simultaneously working towards your NVQ/Childcare qualifications. This is the perfect stepping stone for anyone looking to build a successful career in early years education.
What You'll Be Doing:
1. Assisting experienced nursery practitioners in providing high-quality care and education to young children.
2. Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
3. Engaging in outdoor play and exploration, fostering children's curiosity and love for nature.
4. Helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
5. Undertaking and completing your NVQ/Childcare qualification, gaining practical experience and theoretical knowledge.
6. Assisting with meal times and general nursery duties.
What We're Looking For:
1. A genuine passion for working with children.
2. A positive, enthusiastic, and reliable attitude.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. A willingness to learn and develop your childcare skills.
5. A GCSE in English (essential for NVQ Qualification).
6. A driving licence and access to a car (beneficial due to the nursery's location).
What's On Offer:
1. A rewarding apprenticeship with a supportive and friendly team.
2. The opportunity to gain a recognised NVQ/Childcare qualification.
3. 40 hours per week, worked over 4 days, Monday to Friday.
4. Meals provided while on duty.
5. Free on-site parking.
6. Bank holidays off.
7. Closure between Christmas and New Year, using only 3 days of your annual leave.
8. A focus on outdoor play and exploration.
9. A family run environment.
If you're a motivated and caring Nursery Assistant in the Leatherhead area and you are looking for a fantastic opportunity, please click to apply!
Job ID: 931802 INDEDUCATION
Job Title: Nursery Assistant
Location: Leatherhead
Consultant: Beckie
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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