Looking for a Fulfilling Role as a Nursery Nurse? If you're passionate about supporting young children and want a rewarding role with flexible shifts, competitive pay, and dedicated support, we have excellent opportunities for you!
Join our enthusiastic team as a Nursery Nurse or Nursery Assistant and help shape children’s development during their vital early years.
As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll play a key role in nurturing children’s growth, learning, and well-being. We offer a variety of flexible roles that let you create a positive impact while building a career in early childhood education that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
We work with nurseries across diverse settings, supporting children from all backgrounds and with varying developmental needs. Our placements are designed to help you grow while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.
As a Nursery Nurse or Nursery Assistant, you’ll be confident in:
Supporting play, creativity, and social interaction
Assisting with age-appropriate learning activities
Helping with meals, including preparation and serving
Providing personal care and ensuring children’s safety
Creating warm, engaging, and stimulating environments
Requirements to Apply for Nursery Nurse Jobs:
Must be 18 or older
Right to work in the UK
Willingness to travel (some placements may require transport access)
Strong spoken and written English
Enhanced DBS (can be arranged during registration – fee refundable after 100 hours worked*)
Why Choose Us for Your Nursery Nurse Career?
Flexible Shifts & Locations: Work when and where it suits you best.
Diverse Settings: From local nurseries to broader opportunities, find a fit that matches your experience and preferences.
Competitive Pay & Perks: We recognise your dedication with great rates and benefits.
National Reach, Local Support: Enjoy the best of both worlds—nationwide opportunities with a strong local presence.
Start Your Journey Today - Explore our Nursery Nurse and Nursery Assistant jobs and take the next step in your early years career. With our ongoing support, you’ll thrive while making a real difference in the lives of children.
Ever considered a healthcare job in Rayleigh? We're Nurseplus, and we're all about bringing caring individuals into fulfilling healthcare roles.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie, we're ready to welcome you to our Rayleigh community.
Why Nurseplus in Rayleigh?
Variety: We work with top healthcare providers in Rayleigh, offering a wealth of roles to match your talents and dreams.
Fair Pay: We value your hard work and commitment, and our salaries reflect that.
Flexibility: Pick shifts that work for you, making your work-life balance a breeze.
Training: No matter your experience, we'll get you up to speed with the training you need to shine.
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Are you a good fit?
If you're a dependable, caring individual with a sunny disposition and a drive to make a difference, we want you on our team! All we need is your dedication to delivering top-notch care. Our Rayleigh Nurseplus branch will back you up with excellent training and guidance.
Your role with Nurseplus
As a part of our team, you'll join a devoted group of professionals providing key care in a variety of settings - from nursing homes and care facilities to nursery support services. You'll be a key part of a team that genuinely impacts our community.
Joining Nurseplus is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Spot Your Perfect Role: Check out our jobs page to see all the available care positions in Rayleigh.
Apply: Our simple online form makes it easy to show off your skills and experience.
Interview & Onboarding: If you fit the bill, our recruitment team will invite you for an interview. Once you wow us, we can't wait to bring you into the Nurseplus family!
Join our Rayleigh community
We're more than a workplace in Rayleigh - we're a family. With us, you'll make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career. Ready to take the leap? Reach out to our local Nurseplus branch in Rayleigh today and discover care roles that truly make a difference.


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I have been using Nurseplus across the country for the past three years and have found them consistently among the best providers on our Preferred Supplier List. They are very quick to respond to any concerns and deal with them effectively. There are very few errors in the ad-hoc shift cover provided and on the whole the staff provided are excellent.
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The office staff are always helpful and answer any questions you have quickly. Great flexibility & enough work; you can pick when/where you work, support or care homes. Overall a very positive experience with an approachable, professional office team that supports you whenever.
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As the partnership continues to develop we have been able to significantly reduce our agency spend and number of agencies in use. The efficiency of processes and consistency of quality workers provided by Nurseplus enable us to focus on delivering quality care to the people we support.
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I joined the Central Recruitment Service at Nurseplus two years ago and I have received continuous support and mentorship from my manager and colleagues resulting in two promotions!
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Nurseplus not only provides a great place to work but also a platform for career development. Everyone has the opportunity to express themselves and really develop as individuals.
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I have been using Nurseplus across the country for the past three years and have found them consistently among the best providers on our Preferred Supplier List. They are very quick to respond to any concerns and deal with them effectively. There are very few errors in the ad-hoc shift cover provided and on the whole the staff provided are excellent.
Creative Support - Alex Hunter, Team Leader
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"I joined as a Recruitment Consultant in 2013, my colleagues supported me with training & confidence. Over the past 6 years, I've learnt so much and am now a Branch Manager. There is a wealth of knowledge within the support system at Nurseplus, I have never been short of someone to call on if needed."