Early Years Assistant - Fixed Term

Woodlands; Rochester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated nursery in Rochester is looking for an experienced Early Years Assistant. This role involves enhancing children's learning and development in a safe and stimulating environment and requires a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. The nursery offers a supportive team environment, excellent outdoor spaces, and opportunities for professional development. Working hours are fixed term, 37.5 hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of £12.21 based on qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service

Collaborative MAT network

Additional LAT benefits

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification to comply with EYFS ratios.
• Experience in early childhood education preferred.
• Caring and reliable nature is essential.

Responsibilities

• Enhance children's learning and development.
• Support children in a safe and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children and parents.

Skills

Passion for caring for young children

Knowledge of EYFS ratios

Ability to build relationships

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Candidates must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in order to comply with staff:child EYFS ratios. You can check your qualification(s) by visiting .gov website. Shortlisted candidates will be required to bring evidence of their qualification(s) to their interview.

Are you passionate about caring for young children and helping them explore, learn, and grow? Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Nursery is looking for a motivated and experienced Early Years Assistant to join our dedicated team. We are seeking an educator who is truly committed to enhancing our provision and providing our children with excellent opportunities to learn and develop.

At our nursery, you’ll join a supportive, experienced, and fun team who are dedicated to creating a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment. We pride ourselves on the exciting, nurturing spaces we offer our little learners, and we are looking for a candidate with a sound knowledge of how to support and extend children’s learning at every stage.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Work with a highly experienced nursery team who have been part of our nursery family for over 20 years.

• Enjoy fantastic outdoor spaces where children can explore and learn through play.

• Be part of a vibrant school community with strong links to our primary and secondary sites.

• Benefit from opportunities to develop your skills and gain additional qualifications if you wish.

• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Our nursery is open all year, with only three short closure periods: one week at Christmas and two weeks during the summer.

If you’re caring, reliable, and excited about making a difference to young children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

This is a fixed term, full year opportunity, working 37.5 hours per week (7 hours per day) (9:30am - 5:30pm) and offers an hourly rate of £12.21 based on qualification.