Job Description - Nursery Assistant, Part Time, Term Time. Starting January 2025.
We have a lovely term time only, 6 hour position at our small private pre-school.
We are looking for the right person, therefore experience and/or a level 2 or 3
qualification is preferred but not essential. This position requires a confident and
responsible individual. The right candidate will have a genuine love of children and be
passionate about their care & development. They will be a hardworking, committed
and adaptable team. They will welcome being part of our warm and friendly team
and work well in a rewarding fast paced, fun and supportive environment.
Duties
To work as part of our dedicated early years team, supporting and assisting with the day to
day running of the nursery. To provide safe, calm & caring support to our children during
their daily routines, learning & development. To communicate effectively with parents and
colleagues. To assist with planning activities based on our curriculum. Helping set up
equipment and resources and tidying away. Providing colleagues with essential support
and working as part of a team.
Days and Hours – 6 hours - 9-12 on Tuesday and Thursday with the possibility of extra
hours that are not obligatory.
Whytebeams is closed on Friday afternoons and Wednesday’s. We operate term time.
The role & duties
 To work within our policies and procedures with safeguarding as a
priority.
 To assist with the daily set up of the nursery and garden according to the
planned curriculum.
 Assist with tidying away throughout the day and at the end of the day.
 Ensure that all resources and equipment are clean and safe at all times
and are stored safely.
 To work with colleagues in a supportive manner, as part of a team.
 Provide high standards of care for our children and families.
 Offer support to children whilst maintaining a safe and stimulating
environment.
 Supporting the children’s learning and development during adult led
activities.
 Assist children with daily routines such as toileting, snack and lunch and
outdoor play in a caring and calm way.
 To advise the manager or deputy of any concerns with regard to
safeguarding or child protection and the safety of equipment or the
environment.
 To maintain confidentiality at all times with regard to our children and
their families or our staff.

 To follow the daily deployment and undertake any tasks needed to
support the running of the nursery; this may include washing up,
cleaning or tidying.
 Have an awareness of the EYFS, our curriculum planning and its role in
our daily routine.
 To attend training courses, inset days and meetings as required which
may fall outside of contracted hours.
 To keep up to date with current good practice.
 To show a commitment to equal opportunities, young children and their
families.
 An NVQ Level 2 or 3 is preferable OR GCSE Maths & English grade C and
above.
The essential criteria you will need...
 A satisfactory enhanced DBS check confirming your suitability to work
with young children, applied for by Whytebeams upon starting.
 A kind and caring nature to support our very young children.
 Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal.
 A friendly and flexible approach where you are willing to adapt to the
changing needs of young children in a busy environment.
 The ability to fit in and work with our established team, offering them
support to carry out their duties.
 To be a motivated team player with a proactive can do approach
 Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
 The ability to remain calm under pressure and during busy periods.
 To be able to use your own initiative but not be afraid to ask for advice if
you are unsure.
 A willingness to learn and to attend training courses as required.
 Good interpersonal skills to be able to communicate with parents and
visitors.
 To be energetic and physically fit to assist with moving equipment daily.
 To show a commitment to equal opportunities for our children and
families.
 An NVQ Level 2- 3 is preferable.