Job Title: Nursery Assistant
Location: Horsham
Working Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (Term-Time Only)
Contract Type: Permanent or Fixed-Term
About the Opportunity:
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We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for Nursery Assistants in Horsham through Randstad Education. We are looking for compassionate and energetic individuals to join our partner nurseries and schools, where you will play a key role in fostering the growth and development of young children in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary, based on your experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities to work in diverse nurseries and early years environments.
- Flexibility with both full-time and part-time options.
- Ongoing professional development and support through Randstad Education.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the early learning experiences of children.
Your Responsibilities:
- Engage in daily activities, including play, learning, and meal times, while supporting children's overall development.
- Help plan and deliver activities that promote children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
- Ensure the well-being, health, and safety of all children in your care.
- Encourage positive relationships with the children, helping to build their confidence and independence.
- Work collaboratively with nursery staff and educators to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Assist with classroom or nursery setup and cleaning, ensuring an organized space.
- Observe children's development and contribute to progress records and reports.
- Maintain effective communication with parents and carers, sharing updates on their child's progress.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting is highly desirable.
- A nurturing, patient, and compassionate approach to childcare.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework is a plus.
- Relevant childcare qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or 3) are beneficial but not required.
- A dedication to promoting children's welfare and safeguarding.
If you have a passion for nurturing young children and are excited to contribute to their growth and learning, we'd love to hear from you!