Nursery Assistant

Job description

Nursery Assistant - Primary School Nursery

Location:Bristol (South)Start Date:(Immediate / ASAP )Pay: £14.66 per hour PAYE / £16.14 per hour UmbrellaContract Type: Temporary with potential for long-term opportunitiesHours: 07:45 - 17:45 - adhoc hours available

About the Role

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting a Nursery Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support their on-site nursery provision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early years education, who enjoys supporting children aged 3-4 in a safe, creative, and nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the nursery team to deliver engaging activities, support learning through play, and help promote a positive early years experience for all children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in their daily routines, play, and early learning activities
• Assisting nursery staff with planned lessons and free-flow learning
• Creating a warm, safe, and stimulating environment
• Supporting with personal care routines where required
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social development
• Communicating effectively with staff and pupils
• Ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are always met

Requirements

• Experience working with children (early years experience desirable but not essential)
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Excellent rates of pay
• Flexible work and long-term opportunities
• Dedicated, supportive consultants
• Free ongoing CPD including Safeguarding, Prevent, and EYFS training

How to Apply

If you're a nurturing and reliable individual looking to support young children in a rewarding early years setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £14.00 and £16.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English