Nursery Assistant- Newcastle-under-Lyme
Academics
£12.82 - £13.00/hour
Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom
Full time, temporary
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About Academics
Academics is an education jobs ceruitment agency.
Job description from Academics
Nursery Assistants urgently required - Newcastle-under-Lyme
Academics are currently seeking dedicated and passionate Nursery Assistants to join our team to work across the Newcastle-under-Lyme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and well-being of young children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Responsibilities:
Assisting in the daily care and supervision of children aged 0-5 years in accordance with the nursery's policies and procedures.
Engaging children in age-appropriate activities, both indoors and outdoors, to promote their physical, cognitive, and social development.
Supporting the nursery staff in implementing planned educational programs, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Assisting with meal and snack times, promoting healthy eating habits and good table manners.
Monitoring and observing children, noting their progress, and reporting any concerns to the senior staff.
Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including sanitizing toys, equipment, and play areas regularly.
Adhering to safeguarding procedures and maintaining a vigilant attitude towards child protection.Requirements:
Early Childhood Education qualification or a related field.
Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable but not essential.
A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their growth and development.
Knowledge of child development theories and age-appropriate activities.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with children, parents, and colleagues effectively.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
Patience, creativity, and adaptability to meet the individual needs of each child.
A warm and caring personality, with a nurturing approach towards children.If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a positive impact on children's lives, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your updated CV to Academics
Job insights from Breakroom
Nursery nurses and assistants
Nursery nurses and assistants help babies and children up to 5 years old to develop and learn preschool skills
What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:
- Support in the nursery or preschool
- Support children with their educational needs
- Be responsible for the health and safety of children
- Listen, support and care for children
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Sitting
- Physical activities
- Using a computer
- Emotionally demanding duties
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Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom
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What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Academics pay a living wage?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
50% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Academics pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
38% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Academics get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
71% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Academics pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
85% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Hours and flexibility
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Academics worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
60% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Academics?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
83% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Academics?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
83% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Academics feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
92% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Academics get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
43% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Academics?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
62% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Academics enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
67% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Academics recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Academics?
Most people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
69% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Academics?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Academics head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
80% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Academics is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
60% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
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