Nursery Assistant - Level 2

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Sutton Valence
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Childcare
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SKILLS

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent CACHE qualification EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Paediatric first aid certificate Food hygiene certificate ICT proficiency Teamwork Observation and planning

FULL DESCRIPTION

Nursery Assistant - Level 2

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Nursery Assistant to join their outstanding Nursery team from April 2026. This is a full-time or part-time, on-site position located in Sutton Valence, Kent. Pay is £104.48 per day, with five weeks annual leave plus public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with the team to deliver flexible, high-quality education and care to meet the needs of children and their families.
  • Plan and carry out observations on children as needed.
  • Promote positive images for all children and introduce appropriate activities to encourage equal development.
  • Understand the role of children's play in physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
  • Be familiar with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) aims and standards.
  • Provide input to Nursery planning and evaluate activities including differentiation for inclusion.
  • Keep developmental records of key group children, including Learning Journeys and transition reports.
  • Attend to personal care needs of children, ensuring they are safe, happy, and stimulated.
  • Hold current paediatric first aid and food hygiene certificates and ensure they are updated.
  • Report any safeguarding concerns and comply with the School's child protection policies.

Requirements

  • Genuine love for working with and caring for young children.
  • Confidence with ICT.
  • Proactive and able to use initiative.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
  • Qualified Nursery Practitioner with NVQ Level 2, CACHE, or equivalent.
  • Experience and knowledge of the EYFS is essential.
  • Previous experience in a school environment is desirable.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the official application form in full. CVs will not be accepted. Submit your completed application and monitoring form, along with a covering letter highlighting your skills and experience, to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Alternatively, post to Assistant Bursar, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], North Street, Sutton Valence, Kent ME17 3HL. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo appropriate child protection screening including an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Staff at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] enjoy a supportive community, free school meals during term time, pension schemes (TPS/APTIS for academic staff, TPT for support staff), use of fitness facilities, fee remission for staff children (50% for full-time, pro rata for part-time), free parking with EV charging, and access to the Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme.

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