Prospero Teaching are currently seeking a highly motivated Nursery Assistant to join our supply team in Southampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care and education to young children aged between 6 months and 4 years old.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and delivery of daily activities, including creative play, reading, and outdoor activities
- Ensure the safety and welfare of the children at all times
- Develop positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Support the key worker in maintaining accurate records of children's development and progress
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and other relevant meetings as required
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and child-friendly environment
Requirements:
- Experience working with young children in a nursery or similar setting
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive attitude towards working with children and their families
- A commitment to continuing professional development
Contract details for Nursery Assistant role:
- Location - Southamton, Hampshire
- Position - Nursery Assistant
- Contract or position start date - ASAP
- Contract type - Temp to perm
- Full time/part-time - Full time
- Rate of pay - £11.92 - £12.50 per hour
To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:
- Hold right to work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional child related references
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
- In-house Training and Development Team
- An experienced consultant working within your area, being able to discuss potential opportunities & guidance if needed