Nursery Assistant - Early Years Little Missenden

Nursery Assistant - Early Years | Little Missenden, Buckinghamshire
Location: Little Missenden (near Great Missenden)
Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time Only
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.00pm (32.5 hrs/week)
Salary: Bucks Pay Scale 6-8 (£23,996 - £24,473 FTE, pro rata)
Start Date: As soon as possible

Are you an enthusiastic, caring individual with a passion for working with young children? We're recruiting on behalf of a friendly and inclusive primary school in Little Missenden for a Nursery Assistant to join their Early Years team, working with 3- and 4-year-olds.

You'll help support a nurturing, creative, and engaging nursery environment, working closely with staff to deliver high-quality early years provision.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting play-based learning activities

• Encouraging independence in daily routines

• Ensuring children's wellbeing and safety

• Liaising with parents and carers

• Promoting positive behaviour

• Helping maintain the nursery space

Essential:

• NVQ Level 2 in Childcare (or equivalent)

• GCSEs in English & Maths (A-C)

• Experience working with young children

• Understanding of safeguarding

• Good communication & IT skills

Desirable:

• First Aid trained

• Experience with SEN, speech & language

• Familiarity with Early Years Framework

• Experience supporting children with ASD or behaviour needs

• A welcoming and supportive team

• Child-focused and inclusive ethos

• Professional development opportunities

• A beautiful village school setting

• A real chance to make a difference

If you're passionate about helping children flourish in their early years, we'd love to hear from you. Request the full job description or apply today.

Not quite the right fit? We have a range of roles available - get in touch!
Referral Bonus: Recommend someone and earn up to £250!

Please note: If you haven't heard from us within 7 working days, your application may have been unsuccessful.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks, enhanced DBS, and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer and APSCo Compliance+ accredited.