Full Time | 4 Days per Week | 36–38 Hours | All Year Round
Kidbrooke, London SE3 9NJ – Just a short walk from Kidbrooke Station
Love watching children learn, grow and achieve their first milestones?
More2Kidbrooke is looking for a warm, enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Assistant to join our nurturing Under 2s team.
There is something truly special about working with babies and toddlers. From first smiles and first words to first steps and growing independence, every day brings new opportunities to help children thrive and make a lasting difference to their lives.
Whether you have experience in childcare, health and social care, social care, customer service or another people-focused role, or you are looking to begin a rewarding career working with children, we'd love to hear from you. Full training and support will be provided.
At More2Kidbrooke, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to giving children the very best start in life through nurturing relationships, inspiring environments and high-quality care.
What we are looking for
We welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds who:
- Have a genuine passion for working with babies and young children
- Can demonstrate some understanding of Safeguarding and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) at interview
- Are keen to learn, develop and build a long-term career in Early Years
- Have experience in childcare, social care, health and social care, customer service or another customer-facing role
- Are willing to undertake and successfully complete a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification if not already qualified
- Are able to work four full days per week, all year round (36–38 hours per week)
What you will do
- Support the care, learning and development of children aged under 2 years
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Assist with feeding, nappy changing, sleep routines and daily care needs
- Help create engaging play experiences that support children's development
- Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment
- Follow nursery policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding and child protection
What we offer
- Full induction and ongoing training
- Support to achieve a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Pay increases linked to achieving qualifications and developing new skills
- Annual pay reviews and pay progression linked to length of service
- Christmas bonus
- Opportunities for career progression within the More2Childcare group
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Beautiful nursery with excellent resources and outdoor spaces
- Convenient location close to Kidbrooke Rail Station (SE3 9NJ)
Important Information
Safeguarding children is at the heart of our organisation and everyone at More2Kidbrooke shares responsibility for keeping children safe.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory health declaration and the receipt of two suitable references.
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
If you are kind, motivated and excited about helping babies flourish during the most important years of their development, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £24,242.00-£25,589.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SE3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please confirm that you can work full time (36-38 hours per week) as per the job description. Please only apply if you can work full-time
Experience:
- childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
