Early Years Assistant Practitioner

Join York Campus Nursery, a setting committed to fostering a safe, happy, and multicultural environment for children aged three months to school age. We nurture and encourage every child’s diversity and potential, providing a secure, caring, and stimulating place for them to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Our modern, purpose-built premises on Kimberlow Lane, Heslington, provide care for up to 94 children across dedicated rooms for infants, toddlers, and pre-school.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Early Years Assistant to join our supportive, experienced toddler team. In this role, you will work in a vibrant and ever-changing environment, playing a crucial part in shaping children’s early development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Early Years Practitioner and Room Leader with the day-to-day running of the room.
• Caring for children and maintaining a high-quality, stimulating learning environment that offers a wide range of activities in line with EYFS.
• Assisting with the security and safekeeping of the Nursery premises and materials.
• Assisting with assessments of children and contributing to learning journals.
• Being vigilant to protect children from harm and abuse, reporting any concerns immediately in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies.