Band 3 Nursery Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Bank
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 06/08/2026
- Closes
- 06/09/2026
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Role summary
This Nursery Assistant role involves providing care and stimulation for children, meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs. You will work in partnership with parents, maintain records in line with EYFS, and assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery. The position is available at Jack In The Box nursery in Slough, Kiddies Cabin nursery in Maidenhead, and Little Dragons nursery in Reading.
Essential criteria
- NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent.
- A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection.
- An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent.
- A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection.
- An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
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NHS Professionals Limited
Band 3 Nursery Assistant
The closing date is 06 September 2026
Job summary
Job Title: Nursery Assistant
Trust: Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Location: 3 Locations-Slough, Maidenhead &
Reading
Pay Rates: £14.05 - £14.75 p/h
Shift Patterns: Full Time 7:30am-18:00pm or Part
Time on either 7am-10am or 15:00pm-18:00pm
Are you someone with a passion for childcare? Do you thrive
in providing exceptional care and nurturing young minds? If so, we have an
exciting opportunity for you!
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) havemultiple opportunities available for Nursery Assistants to join their
fast-growing team at either of the following locations: Jack In The Box nursery
based in Slough, Kiddies Cabin nursery based in Maidenhead and Little Dragons
nursery based in Reading.
Main duties of the job
To provide the best possible care and stimulation for the
children of the nursery meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and
social needs in a non-discriminatory manner.
To work in partnership with parents and encourage their
involvement in the aims of the nursery and in all aspects of their child's
care.
To provide and maintain records as necessary and
appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
To attend training courses, to ensure that modern,
innovated and forward looking pr
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