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Posted 02 August, 2026

Level 3 Nursery Assistant

Reed
Maldon, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Are you a passionate and reliable childcare professional looking for flexible work in nurseries across Colchester and the surrounding Essex areas?

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We are currently recruiting Nursery Assistants to provide short-term, ad-hoc and bank cover to a variety of welcoming nursery settings. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience across different environments while enjoying flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

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What You'll Be Doing

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  • Supporting the daily care, safety and development of children.
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  • Assisting with play-based learning activities and educational experiences.
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  • Promoting a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment.
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  • Supporting mealtimes, routines and personal care where required.
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  • Working alongside nursery teams to deliver high-quality childcare.
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  • Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.
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Requirements

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CACHE Level 2 Childcare Qualification CACHE Level 3 Childcare Qualification Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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Due to rules around ratios applicants must hold at least one of the above qualifications.

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We're Looking For Candidates Who Are:

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  • Passionate about working with children.
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  • Reliable, punctual and professional.
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  • Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills.
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  • Flexible and adaptable to different nursery settings.
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  • Knowledgeable about safeguarding and early years best practice.
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  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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What We Offer

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  • Flexible short-term and bank assignments.
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  • Opportunities across Colchester and surrounding Essex areas.
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  • Competitive hourly rates.
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  • Weekly pay.
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  • A variety of nursery settings and age groups.
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  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
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Apply Today

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If you're a qualified Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work in Colchester, Tiptree, Stanway, Mersea, Clacton, Witham, Maldon and surrounding areas, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply now to join our bank team and start making a difference in local nurseries.