Early Years Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Uplands Infant; Leicester Forest East; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Retail discounts

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Uplands Infant School in Leicester is seeking an Early Years Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our Nursery team. You will support children's learning through play-based activities and assist with personal care routines.

The role is part-time, Monday to Friday 8:20am to 12:00pm during term time plus teacher days, with a temporary contract ending 09/07/2027. The successful candidate will contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment and work closely with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Relevant Early Years Level 2 qualification (DfE list).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Previous childcare experience.
• Ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities.
• Provide personal care routines as appropriate for nursery aged children.
• Observe and record children’s progress to share with staff and parents.
• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Work effectively as part of the Nursery and wider school team.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Patience

Creativity

Education

Early Years Level 2 qualification

GCSE English and Maths (C or above)

Job description

## Early Years Level 2 Teaching Assistant### Part of Attenborough Learning Trust* Job openings* Early Years Level 2 Teaching AssistantNEW# Early Years Level 2 Teaching AssistantEmployer: Uplands Infant SchoolLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: TemporaryHours: Part TimeContract Length: Until 09.07.2027Salary: Scale Points 5–6Posted: 30th October 2026Expires: 10th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 5th January 2027Job ID: 1581902* Share :* Print**Early Years** Level 2 Teaching Assistant VacancyHours: Monday - Friday 8:20am - 12:00pm per week term time + teacher days only (39 weeks)Salary: Band 3 (Points 5-6)Contract Type: TemporaryContract Start Date: 05/01/2027Contract End Date: 09/07/2027JOB OVERVIEWUplands Infant School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our Nursery team, working with our youngest learners. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for early childhood education to help give our children the very best start to their learning journey.JOB REQUIREMENTS:• Supporting children’s learning and development through play-based activities.• Providing personal care routines as appropriate for nursery aged children.• Observing and recording children’s progress to share with staff and parents.• Promoting positive behaviour, inclusion and wellbeing.• Working effectively as part of the Nursery and wider school team.WHAT WE OFFER:• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school• Good opportunities for personal and career development• Pension Scheme• Employee benefits such as retail discounts• Free access to employee assistance programmeTHE RIGHT CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:• A relevant Early Years Level 2 childcare/teaching assistant qualification. (Must be an accepted qualification on the DfE Early Years Qualification list)• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above• Previous childcare experience• A proven ability to work on their own initiative• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults• The ability to use relevant technology/equipment• A can-do attitude• A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school•Demonstrates patience, creativity, and a nurturing approach.Closing Date: 10th November 2026Interview Date: 18th November 2026### AttachmentsPerson spec L2 TA EYFSE9001 Teaching Assistant ~evel Criteria Matrix (2)### Safeguarding Statement:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household, is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.