Hours: 40
Location: Cambridge Nursery
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £12.75 an hour
Job Reference: NA-CAMB
At Clarence House Day Nurseries Ltd, we are passionate about creating inspiring environments where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn. We are currently looking for a warm, enthusiastic and motivated Nursery Assistant to join our team in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to develop their career in early years education within a supportive and professional setting.
As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the nursery, helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children aged 0–5.
You will work closely with your room team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, while building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Support the delivery of engaging activities tailored to each child’s development and interests
- Help maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment
- Supervise children during play, mealtimes and daily routines
- Assist with personal care, including feeding, changing and hygiene
- Keep accurate records such as registers, accidents and observations
- Work as a key person for a small group of children, supporting their development and wellbeing
- Build positive partnerships with parents and carers
- Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times
- Contribute to a warm, caring and inclusive nursery environment
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
- Caring, patient and nurturing in their approach
- A strong team player with a positive attitude
- Willing to learn and develop new skills
- Able to communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues
- Organised, reliable and adaptable to a busy nursery environment
- A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Willingness to complete required training (including safeguarding and first aid)
- Basic literacy skills to support record keeping
- Ability to work professionally, respectfully and confidentially
- Experience working in an early years setting
- A Level 2 childcare qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- Knowledge of child development for ages 0–5
At Clarence House Day Nurseries Ltd, we offer:
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunities to progress within the company
- A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives every day
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Clarence House Cambridge is a homely nursery with a community feel in Cambridge, which is located in Chesterton, just off Green End Road. We are looking after children from 12 weeks to 5 years old and are open 51 weeks a year.
It was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022.
If you are enthusiastic, caring and ready to start or grow your career in early years, we would love to hear from you.
Posted on 04/05/2026
