School Hours Nursery Assistant
Salary £ Minimum Wage
Play Studio Montessori Nurseries, 9E Rigby Gardens, Chadwell St. Mary, Essex RM16 4JJ
Vacancy listed 19/06/2026
Application deadline 31/12/2026
Details
Join Our Montessori Nursery Team
Do you love working with children? Are you looking for flexible work that fits around family life, school hours, or other commitments?

We are looking for caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly Montessori nursery team on a flexible basis. This role is perfect for parents whose children are now in school, grandparents, students, retired professionals, or anyone looking for rewarding work for a few hours each day.

No previous childcare experience is necessary – we will provide training and support to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to work with young children.

About the Role
As a Flexible Nursery Assistant, you will support our team in creating a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for children aged 0–5 years.
Your duties may include:
  • Supporting children during play and learning activities
  • Reading stories, singing songs, and engaging children in creative experiences
  • Assisting with lunchtime routines
  • Covering staff lunch breaks
  • Supporting children during nap and rest times
  • Helping prepare and tidy learning environments
  • Providing comfort, encouragement, and care to children throughout the day
  • Working alongside qualified practitioners to ensure children’s wellbeing and safety

Every day is different, and you will play an important role in helping children feel happy, secure, and valued.

Flexible Hours Available
We offer a range of family-friendly shifts, including:
8:00am – 1:00pm
9:00am – 2:00pm
12:00pm – 2:00pm
12:00pm – 5:00pm
1:00pm – 6:00pm
You may choose one or more sessions depending on your availability.

What We Are Looking For
We would love to hear from people who are:
• Warm, caring, and patient
• Passionate about supporting young children
• Reliable and professional
• Willing to learn and develop new skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Looking for flexible work that fits around family life

Safeguarding
The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. Successful applicants will be
required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including:
• Enhanced DBS check
• References
• Right to work verification
• Safeguarding training and compliance requirements

Apply Today
If you are looking for rewarding, flexible work where you can support children, learn valuable new skills, and become part of a caring community, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in helping children grow with confidence, curiosity, kindness, and independence.
Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Full training and ongoing support
• Experience in a respected Montessori nursery
• Opportunities to develop childcare skills and knowledge
• Potential progression into further childcare qualifications and roles
• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming team environment
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives

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