Temporary

Nursery Assistant

Pertemps Croydon

Wimbledon, SW19 8SU

£12.71 per hour

Posted: 23 June 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Closing date: 23 July 2026

Ref: 60242936

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About the Role

This temporary Nursery Assistant position in Wimbledon pays £12.71 per hour. You will support the staff team proactively, using your initiative to care for children’s well-being and safeguard their interests. The role involves educating children through play, fully engaging with them, and addressing their individual needs. Applicants should hold a relevant Early Years qualification at Level 2 in Childcare, or be unqualified with at least six months of nursery or childcare experience. A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and strong communication skills are essential. This role requires a collaborative team player dedicated to putting children first.

We are looking for experienced, Nursery Practitioners / Nursery Assistant in Wimbledon, 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)