TeacherActive is thrilled to be working with a day nursery based in Leicester. This nursery provides exceptional care to the 65 children currently placed at the setting. They ensure all staff are well trained in the EYFS curriculum and safeguarding so they can best support the children within their care. The setting provides many learning opportunities for the children to develop new skills, providing activities that stimulate their interests and develop key cognitive and motor skills.The nursery is looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their team. The right Nursery Assistant will be supported by the team, whilst gaining experience working with children across ages 6 months 5 years. The successful Nursery Assistant will be enthusiastic about joining the nursery and learning new skills and be flexible in their approach to how children learn.As a Nursery Assistant, you will: Be eager to learn new skills and gain new knowledge of the Early Years sectorBe enthusiastic about undergoing various training in different areas across Early Years, such as Safeguarding and the EYFS curriculumHave a caring and positive approach to working with young children The ideal Early Years Practitioner should have the following: Level 3 or equivalent (those without a Level 3 are also encouraged to apply)A calm, patient and caring personalityGood communication skillsA good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelinesExperience in a nursery In return for the above you