Nursery Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Canterbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£36,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Level 2 Early Years qualification Child-led activity planning Gentle parenting Emotional wellbeing support Collaborative teamwork Building trusting relationships Observations and assessments Safeguarding procedures

FULL DESCRIPTION

Nursery Assistant in Canterbury, Kent

Nursery Assistant in Canterbury, Kent

Canterbury

Full-Time

24000 - 36000 £ / year (est.)

No home office possible

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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children's learning and wellbeing in a nurturing nursery environment.
  • Company: A caring kindergarten in Chartham, Kent with a supportive team.
  • Benefits: 40 hours per week, competitive pay, and ongoing professional development.
  • Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives through gentle, respectful education.
  • Qualifications: Must hold a Level 2 Early Years qualification and be ready to start ASAP.
  • Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to child-centred learning.

The predicted salary is between 24000 - 36000 £ per year.

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] in Canterbury are looking for a Level 2 qualified Nursery Assistant to join a nurturing, child-centred kindergarten in Chartham, Kent. We are seeking an energetic, caring, and thoughtful practitioner to join the team as soon as possible. This role is ideal for someone who believes in gentle parenting approaches, respects children as capable individuals, and enjoys thinking differently about early years education.

About the role

  • Support the daily running of the room, helping to create a calm, engaging, and inclusive environment
  • Assist with planning and delivering meaningful, child-led activities in line with the EYFS
  • Support children's emotional wellbeing using gentle, respectful behaviour approaches
  • Work collaboratively with the Room Leader and wider team
  • Build warm, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
  • Contribute to observations and assessments
  • Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are always followed

About you

  • Holds a Level 2 Early Years qualification (essential)
  • Is available to start ASAP
  • Brings energy, warmth, and creativity to their practice
  • Has an understanding of gentle parenting / respectful care
  • Is reflective, open-minded, and child-focused
  • Communicates confidently with both adults and children
  • Enjoys working as part of a supportive team

What we offer

  • 40 hours per week, all year round
  • A supportive, values-led setting
  • A welcoming and passionate team
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Competitive pay, dependent on experience

If you are a Nursery Assistant and believe early years education should be kind, respectful, and joyful, we would love to hear from you.

Locations

Canterbury

Kent

Nursery Assistant in Canterbury, Kent employer: [Employer hidden] Ltd

Join a nurturing and child-centred kindergarten in Chartham, Kent, where we prioritise a supportive and values-led work environment. As a Nursery Assistant, you will benefit from ongoing professional development, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work alongside a passionate team dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with children and families. This role is perfect for those who are eager to contribute to a joyful early years education experience while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

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