Nursery assistant

Explore this full-time opportunity in Plymouth and Saltash. Read the responsibilities and requirements below to see how your experience could contribute to our nursery team.

A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Nurseries. We are looking for a Nursery assistant level 2 at our Plymouth and Saltash nurseries, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development. We are looking for a professional attitude, but with a sense of fun and excitement as this allows our children to thrive within our nursery family environment.

Duties will include

• Caring for children
• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children’s needs
• Supporting children’s play and learning
• Adhere to all safeguarding practices
• Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning

Skills required

• Good communication
• Ability to use computer
• Adaptable
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to follow instructions from the room leader

Qualifications required

• Must hold a current technical NVQ 2 in childcare .
• Polite
• Trustworthy
• Reliable
• Confidentiality essential

Our nursery is committed to safer recruitment so a Disclosure Barring Service check is required to be undertaken.

Our team makes a difference to children, families and the wider community. We support that contribution through training, practical benefits and opportunities to develop.

Our colleague introduction and referral programme recognises recommendations from our team.

Develop your knowledge

In-house training helps you build your knowledge and confidence in your role.

Discounted childcare

Our team benefits include discounted childcare.

Progress in your career

Explore opportunities to take on responsibilities and develop within Pixieland.

Free uniform

We provide a uniform for your work in the nursery.

A supportive team

Work with colleagues who share a commitment to children’s care, learning and development.

Talk to us about joining the Pixieland team

If you have a question about the role or application process, call our team on or contact us using our enquiry page.

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