Job Title: Morning Nursery Lead / Nursery Assistant
Location: Rochester (Primary School)
Start Date: February 2026 – July 2026
Hours: 8:30am – 12:00pm, Monday–Friday
Salary: £15 per hour
Contract: Part-Time, Fixed Term
Are you passionate about supporting young children in their earliest stages of learning?
Do you have a nurturing, patient approach and a love for early years education?
Do you have experience working with Nursery-aged children or supporting SEND needs?
TeacherActive is working with a warm, caring and community-focused primary school in Rochester. The school has a welcoming early-years environment, a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, and a commitment to helping young children grow in confidence, independence and early learning skills. Their Nursery provision is well-supported, structured and nurturing, with a child-led, play-based approach.
We are seeking a Morning Nursery Lead/Assistant to join the school from February 2026 to July 2026 on a part-time basis. This role involves supporting the Nursery class during morning sessions, working with both individuals and small groups, and helping to create a safe, stimulating and encouraging learning environment.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Supporting the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities aligned with the EYFS framework
Assisting with the planning and preparation of morning sessions (or leading elements of sessions if appointed as a Lead)
Providing nurturing, responsive support to children aged 3–4, including those with SEND needs
Observing children’s development and contributing to progress notes and assessments
Encouraging social interaction, communication, independence and early learning skills
Creating a calm, safe and stimulating environment that reflects the children's interests
Supporting personal care routines where necessary
Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff
Communicating positively with parents and carers when required
Ensuring safeguarding and school policies are consistently followed
The successful Nursery Lead/Assistant will have:
Experience working in an Early Years or Nursery setting
A caring, patient and nurturing personality
Strong understanding of EYFS development and early learning
Confidence supporting children 1:1 and in small groups
Experience supporting children with SEND (desirable but not essential)
Good communication and behaviour management skills
In return, you can expect:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process
Access to CPD opportunities through the My-Progression platform
Market-leading pay and PAYE payment structure — no hidden fees
A warm, welcoming school environment where staff work collaboratively
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (T&Cs apply)
If you are interested in this part-time Nursery position, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
Email: lillie.warburton
Number: (phone number removed)
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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