Nursery Assistant

Wee Bears Day Nursery

Employer Location: derry
Phone Number: 02871367186
Email: info@weebearsdaynursery.co.uk

Job description

As a Nursery Assistant you will be supporting the childcare team in the delivery of programmes for children attending the nursery whilst providing them with a safe and child-centred environment. You will ensure all activities meet the appropriate policies and procedures and follow, at all times, the roles and responsibilities and professional conduct set out by the nursery.

Responsibilities

  • To look after the basic needs of all children at the nursery.
  • To maintain health and safety procedures and a high level of hygiene at the nursery.
  • To ensure that any food, drinks or bottles for children with allergies are prepared correctly and given correctly.
  • To organise a range of activities that will be stimulating to the children.
  • Report any accidents/incidents involving a child, immediately to the Nursery Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Be willing to register to undertake QCF 2/3 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development qualification within the first 12 months of employment start date, or currently working towards this qualification.
  • An understanding of children's individual needs.

Desirable Skills

  • QCF Level 2/3 Diploma in Children's Care Learning and Development.
  • Certificate in Child Protection Training.
  • Have worked with children in a day nursery setting.
  • Valid Paediatric First Aid.
  • Food Safety.

Vacancy ID
1785157
Job Sector
Childcare and Social Work
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
To be confirmed
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
13.5
Published date
07/09/2026
Closing date
15/09/2026
Worktime
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 1pm - 5:30pm

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