Childcare Assistant

Gainsboroughnurseryschool; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority Maintained Nursery School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated childcare assistant to support a key group of children aged 2 to 4. The role operates 32.5 hours a week during term time, Monday to Friday. Applicants must hold an NVQ level 2 or 3 in childcare and possess strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a passion for children's learning, be patient, and thrive in a playful environment. The post requires good literacy skills and an understanding of child development. Closing date for applications is January 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children's learning and spending time with young children.
• Good literacy skills for communication with team and parents.
• Experience in planning and assessing according to the EYFS curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support the class team across classrooms of 2, 3, and 4-year-olds.
• Responsible for a key group of children, assisting their learning and development.
• Work under the direction of teachers and alongside teaching assistants.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Patience and kindness

Ability to build relationships

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 in childcare

Job description

6.5 hours a day (32.5 hours per week - 8.00am to 3.0pm, 5 days a week Term Time only plus 5 training days)

Grade 3, points 6 to 9– Approx £1,772 to £1,857 per month

This is a permanent position.

Gainsborough Nursery School is an Local Authority Maintained Nursery School and we are looking for a childcare assistant to join our small, friendly and dedicated staff team.

The position is for 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday 8.00am – 3.00pm, during term time plus attendance at training days. There may be overtime available on a week by week basis pending the needs of the school.

You must have an NVQ level 2 or 3 in childcare or a similar qualification

The position is to support the class team across our classrooms of 2, 3 and 4 year olds. You will have responsibility for a key group of children and along with our team you will support children with additional needs.

You will work under the direction of our excellent teachers, room leaders and alongside our teaching assistants who will support you. However, the ability to work on your own initiative is essential as you will be expected to use it to support children’s learning and development on a daily basis through small group sessions and during continuous provision. It is desirable that applicants will have good working knowledge of child development as well as previous experience of planning and assessing with reference to the EYFS curriculum.

You must have a passion for helping with children’s learning and a love of spending time following in the playful pursuits of 2, 3- and 4-year olds! You must be patient, kind and a great listener of children. Calmness, a good sense of humour and the ability to build relationships are essential qualities. You will work inside and in our lovely outdoor areas all year round.

The post also requires good literacy skills and excellent communication skills as you will be expected to liaise with other team members, parents and other professionals from time to time.

We can negotiate the start date to suit you and we are willing to wait for the right person.

As we are a paperless school you can find an application form on our website.

Closing date for applications is

Wednesday 7th January 2026.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should note that this post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.