Nursery Assistant | Crystal Palace (SE19) | £10.85-£12.71ph

Spark Joy and Outdoor Adventures in Crystal Palace! ☀️

Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking to take the next step in your childcare journey? We are searching for a dedicated Nursery Assistant to join a close-knit team that prides itself on being more than just a workplace—it is a true family.

We are partnering with a wonderful, 'Good' Ofsted-rated nursery based in Crystal Palace (SE19). This setting places a massive emphasis on community connections and outdoor learning. The children here spend an incredible amount of time connecting with nature across the main garden and a spectacular dedicated forest garden. Complete with a hands-on vegetable patch and a calming water feature, these beautiful outdoor spaces are utilized all year round to inspire curiosity and a love for the natural world.

When you join this supportive environment, you will become part of a welcoming group of educators who genuinely care for one another, ensuring every single team member feels respected, valued, and encouraged to grow.

The Dedicated Assistant We Need:

We are looking for a highly motivated and hands-on Nursery Assistant who is ready to support qualified practitioners and help maintain a secure, joyful environment where children can truly thrive.

What you will be doing:

• Carefully supervising and supporting the children at all times to ensure their ongoing safety and happiness.

• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of engaging, educational activities under the supportive guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners.

• Keeping the nursery environment consistently welcoming, engaging, and safe for everyone.

• Strictly adhering to all operational practices, company policies, and vital safeguarding procedures.

• Fostering wonderful, positive relationships with the children, their families, and your fellow colleagues.

• Actively participating in staff meetings, planning sessions, and ongoing training as required.
  
  

What you must bring to the room:

• The Right Attitude: A deeply caring nature, a passion for outdoor learning, and a true desire to build a long-lasting career in early years education.

• Safety First: A strict commitment to following company policies and safeguarding procedures. (Please note: An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role).
  
  

The Benefits of Joining This Team:

This nursery believes in looking after their staff just as well as they look after the children. When you join them permanently, you will receive an incredible, comprehensive benefits package:

Core Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.

• Christmas and New Year shutdown.

• Flexible working options available.

• Big childcare discount.

• £500 refer a friend bonus.

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.

• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.

• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.

• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by current colleagues!
  
  

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits:

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks.

• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks.

• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid.

• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid.

• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid.

• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you!

• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service.
  
  

Even More Benefits:

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets.

• 24 hour remote GP appointments.

• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies.

• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.

• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities.

• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation.
  
  

Begin your journey now 

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

This nursery reviews applications as soon as they are received and may close the role early, so do not wait around!

Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and secure a fantastic permanent role in a truly supportive Crystal Palace nursery.

• Category: Nursery Permanent Jobs
• Hours: 40
• Location: Crystal Palace
• Salary / Rate: £10.85 – £12.71 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Job Ref: ZR_LDNG19
• Call: 0113 328 0668