Nursery Classroom Assistant

Chesterfield

£400 – £600 per week (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a warm, nurturing, and enthusiastic Nursery Classroom Assistant to support young learners in their critical early years of education. You’ll be working in a primary school, providing essential care and educational support to children aged 3-4 years old.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development in a nursery classroom setting
• Assist with daily care routines and activities
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Work closely with teachers and other early years professionals
• Assist with preparation of learning materials and classroom setup

Person Specification

We value your passion and potential more than specific qualifications. We’re looking for:

• A caring and patient approach to working with young children
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to create a positive and nurturing learning environment
• Transferable skills from childcare, support, or related roles
• Genuine enthusiasm for early years education

Benefits of Working with Our Team

• Competitive weekly pay
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to Teaching Assistant Toolkit
• Over 24 professional development courses
• Funded qualification opportunities:
  • Level 2 SEND
  • Level 3 Teaching and Learning
  • Potential career progression pathways
• Wellbeing programme
• Refresher training for modern classroom environments
• Apprenticeship and career development opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about supporting young learners and making a difference in their early education, we want to hear from you!

All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.