Job Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Preschool Assistant, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a nurturing, engaging environment for young learners. In this role, you will support lead teachers in implementing educational activities, supervising children, and maintaining a safe and positive classroom atmosphere. Your proactive management skills and love for working with children will inspire curiosity and foster development in our preschoolers. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on early childhood education while developing your skills and keeping up to date with changing legislation.
Duties
- Assist lead teachers in planning and delivering age-appropriate educational activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth
- Supervise children during room activities, outdoor play, meal times, and transitions to ensure safety at all times
- Support the implementation of classroom routines and behavior management strategies to create a structured learning environment
- Engage children in interactive play, storytelling, arts and crafts, and other developmental exercises to stimulate learning
- Maintain clear communication with children, parents, and team members to support individual needs and progress
- Help with classroom organisation, including setting up learning materials and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met
- Support the management of daily schedules and assist with record-keeping related to children's development and attendance
Experience
- Prior experience working with children in a childcare setting, nursery, or early childhood education environment is required to at least a confident Level 2 or Level 3 practitioner
- Ability to work as part of a small and friendly team is essential and to be able to think and plan effectively using your own initiative
- Strong communication skills in English to effectively interact with children, parents, and team members
- Knowledge of childcare best practices, nursery routines, and early childhood development principles
- Experience working with diverse groups of children from different backgrounds is advantageous
- Due to remote setting be able to get to work either by car or using public transport
This role is ideal for passionate individuals eager to grow their skills while making a positive difference in young lives. We are committed to supporting your professional development as you contribute to creating joyful learning experiences for our preschoolers.
Pay: From £18,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
