Casual Level 2 Nursery Assistant

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A Multi-Academy Trust in Sandwell is seeking a Casual Level 2 Nursery Assistant to support the care and education of children aged 0-5. Candidates should hold a Level 2 qualification and have at least one year of experience in a childcare setting. Responsibilities include covering staff absences, ensuring adherence to staff-to-child ratios, and maintaining a stimulating environment. This engaging role promises excellent career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for skills enhancement

Career development opportunities

Exceptional CPD provision

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a good or outstanding childcare setting.
• Must hold a level 2 or above qualification in childcare and education.
• Ability to support nursery management in delivering quality care and education.

Responsibilities

• Cover for staff absences to ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Provide a caring and stimulating learning environment for children aged 0-5 years.
• Work as part of a team to support nursery management.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualification in child care and education

Job description

POST: Casual Level 2 Nursery Assistant

LOCATION: First Steps Nursery / Tinywoods Nursery

GRADE: Band A SCP 2 - £12.69 per hour

HOURS: Casual

Required as soon as possible

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is an established Multi-Academy Trust of primary and secondary academies across the West Midlands.

Our reputation is built on our core values of innovation, collaboration and inspiring individuals within our care.

We want every single person that comes through the doors of one of our academies to leave having grown as an individual, in terms of their skill set and their respect for others.

We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. Everyone who works with and for the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust does so because they believe in children and want their futures to be happy and successful.

We areseeking to employ qualified staff members for relief cover, covering annual leave and emergency staff absences across both nurseries. You will be expected to cover with little notice, in emergency cases, to ensure staff to child ratios are adhered to at all times.

The position offered is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, motivated candidates holding a level 2 qualification with a minimum of 1 years experience to join our team. You will be working with children aged 0-5 years old. You will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, be outgoing, confident, flexible, friendly and have good communication skills within our team.

The successful applicant will:

• Be required to have at least 1 years’ experience of working with young children in a good or outstanding setting.
• Hold a level 2 or above recognised qualification in child care and education.
• Have the ability to support the nursery management in providing high quality and effective day to day care and education for children by providing a caring and stimulating environment full of opportunities and experiences for the children and families to learn from and explore.
• Be able to work as part of a team of qualified and experienced Nursery practitioners and assistants.

We can offer:

• Opportunities across our MAT to enhance skills and experience
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Exceptional CPD provision
• supportive working environment and team ethos
• friendly, enthusiastic children.

We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students. Our aim is to foster a working culture that recognises and reflects the importance of good mental health and wellbeing and provides effective support when colleagues need it.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.

Closing Date: Wednesday 31st December 2025

We reserve the right to close this post early.