Job description
Job Title: Early Learning Assistant
Location: Gosport, Hampshire
Salary: 13.68 per hour
Start Date: September2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Part-time for the right candidate)
Do you have a passion for nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young children?
A friendly and inclusive nursery in Gosport is seeking a dedicated Early Learning Assistant to join their team. You will play a key role in supporting children aged 0–5 during their early developmental stages, helping to create a safe, engaging, and joyful learning environment.
You will work alongside experienced educators and families to ensure each child receives the care, encouragement, and early learning experiences they need to thrive.
Key Responsibilities of the Early Learning Assistant:
- Supporting children’s learning through play and structured activities
- Assisting with daily routines such as meals, hygiene, and rest
- Encouraging communication, creativity, and social development
- Helping to maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
- Collaborating with staff and parents to support individual needs
We’re Looking For:
- A warm, patient, and proactive approach.
- Confidence working with children aged 0–5.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and a calm presence.
- Experience in early years or childcare is a plus, but not essential.
- Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What’s On Offer:
- A supportive and child-centred nursery environment.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A welcoming and collaborative team.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and supporting staff in schools across the UK.
Ready to help shape the future, one little learner at a time in Gosport? Apply today and be part of a team that’s making a difference from day one.
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