Nursery Attendant

Career Guide

A Nursery Attendant supports the daily care and safety of infants and young children in settings such as childcare centers, gyms, hotels, places of worship, and community programs. The role focuses on supervision, basic care routines, clean play areas, and clear communication with parents and the supervising educator.

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Key Responsibilities

Supervise infants and young children to ensure safety at all times
Support feeding routines and follow provided care instructions
Change diapers and support toileting routines in line with site policies
Clean and sanitize toys, surfaces, and common areas
Set up age-appropriate activities and play stations
Comfort children and support positive behavior
Track attendance and basic care notes as required
Communicate updates to parents and caregivers during pickup and drop-off
Follow health, allergy, and illness procedures
Assist lead staff with classroom routines and transitions

Top Skills for Success

Child Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Patience

Communication

Dependability

Time Management

Basic Childcare Routines

Sanitation Practices

Conflict De-escalation

Teamwork

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Childcare Assistant Early Childhood Educator Preschool Teacher Lead Teacher

Childcare Center Supervisor

Transition Opportunities

Nanny After School Program Leader

Special Needs Support Worker

Family Support Worker

Recreation Program Assistant

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Infant CPRFirst AidAllergy AwarenessInfection ControlChild Development BasicsIncident DocumentationBehavior Guidance

Development SuggestionsComplete Infant CPR and First Aid training, review basic child development resources, practice writing clear incident notes, and ask to shadow a lead educator to learn routines and behavior guidance.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 13 to 16 per hour

Mid LevelUSD 16 to 20 per hour

Senior LevelUSD 20 to 26 per hour

Growth Trend

Steady demand driven by ongoing childcare needs, with higher hiring activity in large metro areas and year-round programs.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Bright HorizonsKinderCare Learning CentersLearning Care GroupYMCALifetime FitnessEquinoxFour Seasons Hotels and ResortsHilton

Industry Sectors

Childcare CentersPreschoolsFitness CentersHotels and ResortsCommunity CentersPlaces of WorshipHospitalsCorporate Onsite Childcare

Recommended Next Steps

Earn Infant CPR certification

Earn First Aid certification

Create a simple childcare resume highlighting safety and reliability

Prepare examples of how you handled a safety concern or a difficult moment

Learn the site rules for allergies, pickup authorization, and illness policies

Request regular feedback from a lead educator to improve routines and communication