Job description

Role: Nursery Assistant / Assistant Practitioner (Unqualified)

Location: Locations across Greater Manchester

Pay Rate: £14.25 – £15.09 per hour

Hours: Full-time & Flexible shifts

About the Role:

Do you have hands-on experience caring for young children and want to build a career in Early Years without a formal qualification? We are hiring experienced, unqualified Nursery Assistants across Greater Manchester to help create safe, fun, and nurturing environments for children aged 0–5.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist room leaders with day-to-day nursery routines, meal times, and play activities.

  • Encourage children's social interaction, confidence, and independence through play.

  • Help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming indoor and outdoor learning areas.

  • Support the nursery team in delivering compassionate and high-standard care.

Requirements:

  • Proven hands-on experience working with children aged 0–5 (e.g., prior nursery work, nannying, or childminding experience).

  • Genuine love for working with early years children and a reliable, energetic work ethic.

  • Basic understanding of child safety and safeguarding principles.

  • Valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).