Temporary

Nursery Assistant

Pertemps Croydon

Furzedown, SW17 9RD

£12.71 per hour

Posted: 23 June 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Closing date: 23 July 2026

Ref: 60242994

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About the Role

The Nursery Assistant position based in Furzedown offers a temporary role at £12.71 per hour. Successful candidates will support children’s well-being through play-based education, proactively assisting the staff team and engaging fully with each child’s individual requirements. Safeguarding and prioritising the children’s best interests are central duties. Applicants must hold a relevant Early Years qualification, such as Level 2 in Childcare, or possess a minimum of six months’ previous nursery or childcare experience. A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and learning, alongside excellent communication skills, is essential. This role requires a team player who uses their initiative throughout the working day.

We are looking for experienced, Nursery Practitioners / Nursery Assistant in Tooting, South London.
The role of the Nursery Practitioner / Assistant involves:

Being proactive whilst using your initiative throughout the working day to support the staff team.
Being a team player.
Caring for the children’s well-being.
Safeguarding the children and having their best interests at heart.
Educating the children in a play-based environment.
Fully engaging and interacting with the children whilst supporting their individual needs.

·Requirements:

Hold a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 in Childcare)
Unqualified with a minimum of 6 months previous experience working in nursery or childcare settings
Be passionate about supporting children's development and learning
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Be flexible and adaptable to different nursery environments
Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
Have the ability to use their initiative
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures
Be able to work independently as well as part of a team
Show a commitment to ongoing professional development
Be willing to travel up to 45 minutes from home
Have an up to date DBS check on the update system (or be willing to obtain one through Pertemps)