Position Overview & Specifications

Newly qualified or looking to get back into childcare then get in touch! We are looking for a part time qualified nursery assistant to do 3/4 full days per week with overtime available. An outstanding family run nursery who always put their team first. We are not a big corporate chain so you will never be just a number to us!

This role is for Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Childcare, unfortunately a Health and Social Care qualification does not count. Please only apply if you are qualified.

Due to our rapidly growing team we are looking for a qualified nursery practitioner and senior staff to join the best nursery in the north! Join our outstanding nursery!

We are an enthusiastic team with the welfare and interests of the children at heart. Our passion is to ensure each child reaches their full potential within a loving, nurturing, safe, fun, exciting and stimulating environment.

You must be able to distribute warm hugs as required.

You must have a warm, smiling face that makes every child feel special and loved.

You will preferably have a little bit of quirkiness. If a child requests that you be the captain of a pirate ship, you will be the best pirate captain you can be.

The ability to sing in tune is not necessary, however the ability to sing out of tune in front of a crowd is essential.

Some knowledge of Frozen, Minions, Spiderman, Ariel, Peppa Pig, Thomas the Tank Engine and Sofia the First would be advantageous.

Possessing the skills required to rapidly count the heads of numerous moving small people is of utmost importance.

Pretending to eat playdough creations realistically is required, this is a skill that may develop with time and experience.

The ability to remember the names of 40+ children, their parents, siblings, grandparents, pets and special soft toys is a key component of this job. Again, this is something that will develop over time.

A high level of comfort with being asked personal questions by children is essential. You will regularly be asked questions regarding what you are having for lunch, whether you are willing to share said lunch, whether or not you are married, and if not, why you are not married, where you are going (as you walk into the toilet), and what you did in there (the toilet).

You must have the ability to read a ten page fairy tale with at least one interruption per page.

Authentically showing an interest in and curiosity for bugs and creepy crawlies is essential, even if they are your biggest fear on earth.

You must be prepared to have a lot of fun in the workplace. Laughter is something you can expect to engage in for a large part of your working day. To be a part of our Stars Family and embrace our craziness!

Finally, you must be prepared to feel loved, special, and important to many young children and their families knowing you will make a difference in these children’s lives!

Training will be provided and candidates will be required to have a full DBS check upon starting.

Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 20-30 per week

Salary: £7.00-£13.00 per hour

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