Nursery Assistant

Location

Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hampshire

Full Time Permanent

£12.72 Hour

40 Hours

At Tops Day Nurseries, we’ve been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, we know that valuing people is the key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee you become a co-owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success.

With 38 nursery sites across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children. With opportunities for Apprenticeship, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us.

We’re proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK (2024).

Our Nursery Assistant’s help to create a safe, educational and fun environment for the children in our care. Helping to supervise children and ensuring their safety, organising and taking part in activities, such as games, crafts, and educational tasks. The list is endless, but you’ll understand that some days might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our children at one of the most important development stages of their life!

Tops Portsmouth Nursery is a 115 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Cosham, Portsmouth. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more!

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family.

• Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
• Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
• Health & wellbeing support- NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
• A generous holiday allowance- including your birthday off & a wellbeing day!

• Helping with feeding, changing diapers, and assisting children with toilet training.
• Supporting nursery practitioners in planning and leading educational or play activities. This includes helping children engage in play, art, crafts, and other activities that aid in their development.
• Keeping play areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Keeping an eye on children during activities, free play, and outdoor time to ensure their safety.
• Helping support children's learning by engaging them in conversations, reading stories, and encouraging social interaction.
• Assisting nursery staff in keeping records of the children’s progress, attendance, or activities.

• Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills, to engage with the children and converse with other staff members and parents.
• Creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities to children that can ensure the child is happy and learning in a rewarding environment.
• Positive outlook, to keep children happy and build an environment where children feel secure and rewarded.

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost.
• Be eligible to work in regulated roles- not on the Children’s Barred List.
• Successfully complete background and reference checks.

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries

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