Early Years Care & Learning Assistant

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare recruitment agency seeks an Early Years Care & Learning Assistant to support nurseries in York and options in Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley. Ideal for those wanting flexible hours and the chance to enhance early years experience. Responsibilities include supporting children’s routines and learning, assisting with daily care tasks, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment. Offers competitive pay and opportunities across 120+ nurseries.

Benefits

Access to 25 accredited CPD courses

Weekly pay with bonuses

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education or childcare.
• Ability to build relationships with children and parents.
• Flexibility to adapt to different nursery teams.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily routines and learning activities.
• Assist with feeding and toileting when required.
• Create a safe environment for all children.

Skills

Supporting children aged 0–5

Encouraging communication

General care routines

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Care & Learning Assistant

Location: York (optional work available in Kirkbymoorside & Helmsley)

Pay: £12.50–£14.00 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Flexible shifts between 8am–6pm

Contract: Flexible, part-time or full-time, long‑term (with permanent opportunities)

We are looking for a dedicated Early Years Care & Learning Assistant to support a range of high‑quality nurseries across York, with optional opportunities in Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley. This is a fantastic role if you enjoy variety, want to broaden your early years experience, or prefer flexible working across multiple settings. You’ll play an important part in supporting children aged 0–5 with play, learning, routines, emotional wellbeing and early development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting babies, toddlers and preschool children with daily routines, play and learning activities.
• Encouraging communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Assisting with feeding, nappy changing, toileting and general care routines when required.
• Helping to deliver creative, sensory and outdoor learning experiences.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for all children.
• Adapting to different nursery teams and settings across the York area.
• Building positive relationships with children, staff and parents.

Benefits

• Access to 25 accredited CPD courses.
• Weekly pay with referral and loyalty bonuses.
• Opportunities across 120+ nurseries and early years settings.
• Support from a dedicated early years consultant who knows your preferences.
• Excellent pathway into permanent roles or further early years qualifications.

📧 To apply: Please send your CV and availability to [e-mail].

Castle Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.