Early Years Assistant (Level 3) — Play & Growth

Somers Park Primary School; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Somers Park Primary School is seeking a Nursery Assistant (Level 3) to join an early years team in the West Midlands. The role involves supporting children in small groups and whole-class activities, promoting social skills and engaging play-based learning throughout the day.

The successful candidate will work under supervision, follow safeguarding and health & safety policies, and assist with routines, activities and basic first aid as trained.

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a Level 3 childcare qualification.
• DBS check and safeguarding awareness are required.
• Ability to work with children in small groups and support whole-class activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate a varied programme of play opportunities.
• Lead development of independent social skills.
• Assist with snacks, tidying and basic first aid where trained.
• Support pupils with specific medical/care needs after training.
• Maintain health and safety for children and staff.
• Report progress to parents and maintain attendance registers.

Skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Classroom support

Child engagement

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Somers Park Primary School is seeking a Nursery Assistant (Level 3) to join an early years team in the West Midlands. The role involves supporting children in small groups and whole-class activities, promoting social skills and engaging play-based learning throughout the day.

The successful candidate will work under supervision, follow safeguarding and health & safety policies, and assist with routines, activities and basic first aid as trained.