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The world of early childhood is a constantly expanding sector with many career opportunities for those passionate about the well-being and education of young children. One of the key professions in this field is the nursery assistant, who plays a crucial role in supporting young children within early childhood institutions.

Training and the role of an educational assistant

The nursery assistant, or educational assistant, works in nurseries, daycare centers, or leisure centers. Their main duties are varied and include assisting early childhood educators and ensuring the well-being, safety, and development of children while their parents are at work. The responsibilities of the educational assistant include preparing educational activities, helping children with daily routines, supporting hygiene, and monitoring naps. By working alongside other team members, the nursery assistant contributes to creating an environment conducive to the development of young children.
To become an educational assistant, the most common qualification is the CAP (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Early Childhood Educational Support (AEPE). This qualification provides the necessary skills to work effectively with young children. After obtaining the CAP, a nursery assistant can enter the workforce with the skills needed to assist childcare professionals and educators. This profession requires infinite patience, strong listening skills, and a good rapport with children. Creativity is also an asset for organizing stimulating and educational activities. Empathy, kindness, and the ability to work in a team are fundamental qualities to ensure a safe and caring environment for children.

How much does an educational assistant earn per month?

The salary of a nursery assistant varies depending on several factors, including experience, level of training, geographical location, and the employing organization. In general, an entry-level educational assistant can expect a gross monthly salary of around the minimum wage, around €2,500 gross per month - around €2,000 net per month. However, with experience and additional training, the salary can increase significantly.

What factors affect salary variation?

Several factors influence salary variations for nursery assistants:

  • Experience: Early childhood professionals with several years of experience tend to earn more than beginners.
  • Geographical location: Salaries can vary greatly depending on the region due to different living costs and demand for qualified staff.
  • Additional training: Further education can also increase earnings. For example, an educational assistant can obtain a DEAP (Diploma in Early Childhood Care), a more advanced qualification that offers a more comprehensive preparation. This diploma opens the door to becoming a childcare nurse, a higher-paying position.

Career advancements within the early childhood sector

Throughout their career, an educational assistant can move to a different profession. By continuing their studies, a nursery assistant can become a childcare nurse or even an early childhood educator, which opens the way to more responsibilities and higher salaries. To do so, a nursery assistant can pursue further studies:

  • A DEAP (State Diploma of Childcare Assistant) to become a childcare nurse.
  • A DEEJE (State Diploma of Early Childhood Educator) to apply for the position of early childhood educator (EJE).

There are other ways to advance professionally as a nursery assistant. If the educational assistant does not want to return to school, they can complete a VAE (Validation of Acquired Experience), a measure enabling people to have their acquired experience validated for professional certification. It is also possible to become a childminder, a job where you care for children directly in your home. For this, you must obtain approval to practise this profession.
If an educational assistant wishes to stop working in nurseries but wants to work in preschools, they can become an ATSEM (Specialized Territorial Agent for Preschools). Since they already have a CAP in Early Childhood, they can apply directly for the exam.

 

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