Nursery Classroom Assistant

Castle Education; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nursery education provider in the UK is seeking a Nursery Classroom Assistant. The role involves supporting learning and play activities for children aged 0-5 years, encouraging their social and emotional growth. With flexible shifts available across multiple sites, this position is ideal for students or anyone looking to gain experience in early years education. Benefits include weekly pay, access to accredited CPD courses, and support from an early years consultant. To apply, send your CV to the provided email.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Access to 25 accredited CPD courses

Support from a dedicated early years consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 0-5 years is beneficial.
• Ability to support individual learning and development.
• Understanding of early years education concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support daily learning and play activities for young children.
• Encourage social interaction and emotional growth.
• Assist with personal care routines.

Skills

Supporting learning and play activities

Encouraging social interaction

Assisting with personal care routines

Building positive relationships

Job description

• Job Title: Nursery Classroom Assistant
• 📍 Locations: York, Acomb, Helmsley & Kirkbymoorside
• 💰 Pay: Competitive hourly rates (dependent on experience)
• 📆 Start Date: ASAP
• 🕒 Hours: Flexible shifts between 8am–6pm
• 📄 Contract: Ad hoc, part-time, or full-time – perfect for students or those looking for extra income

We are recruiting Nursery Classroom Assistants to join a trusted nursery group with multiple sites across York, Acomb, Helmsley, and Kirkbymoorside. With lots of flexible shifts available, this role is perfect for anyone wanting to gain experience in early years education while earning extra income.

You’ll work with children aged 0–5 years, supporting learning, development, and wellbeing in a friendly, supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting daily learning and play activities for babies, toddlers, and preschool children
• Encouraging social interaction, communication, and emotional growth
• Assisting with personal care routines including feeding, nappy changing, and toileting
• Supporting creative, sensory, and outdoor learning experiences
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
• Adapting to different teams and nursery sites
• Building positive relationships with children, staff, and parents

What We Offer

• Flexible working across multiple nursery sites
• Ad hoc, part-time, and full-time shifts available
• Weekly pay
• Access to 25 accredited CPD courses
• Support from a dedicated early years consultant
• Pathway to permanent roles or further early years qualifications
• Ideal for students or anyone looking for flexible, rewarding work

📧 To apply: Send your CV and availability to [e-mail]