Early Years Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting Early Years Teaching Assistants to support Nursery and Reception pupils across Manchester and surrounding areas. The role focuses on play-based learning, developing early literacy and numeracy, and building confidence and independence in young learners.

Ideal candidates will have EYFS experience, a Level 2/3 qualification, and a patient, creative approach. Full-time or part-time opportunities with consultant support and potential progression paths are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Early Years, Nursery or Reception setting.
• Ability to support phonics, early numeracy, and communication development.
• Patient, nurturing approach with a passion for helping children learn through play.

Responsibilities

• Support children through play-based learning activities.
• Assist with early phonics, communication, and numeracy development.
• Support pupils with routines, transitions and personal development.
• Help children develop social and emotional skills.
• Support pupils with SEND or additional needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and independence.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider support team.
• Observe and feed back on pupil progress.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Creativity

Education

Level 2 qualification

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Reception & Nursery Support

Manchester & Surrounding Areas Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Aspire People

Aspire People are currently recruiting Early Years Teaching Assistants to support Nursery and Reception pupils across a range of primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This role would suit someone who is passionate about early childhood development and enjoys helping young children build the confidence, communication, and independence needed for a successful start to school.

The Role May Include:

• Supporting children through play-based learning activities
• Assisting with early phonics, communication, and numeracy development
• Supporting pupils with routines, transitions, and personal development
• Helping children develop social and emotional skills
• Supporting pupils with SEND or additional needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and independence
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team
• Observing and feeding back on pupil progress

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working in an Early Years, Nursery, or Reception setting
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification is desirable
• A good understanding of early childhood development
• A patient, creative, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confident supporting young children with different needs
• A genuine passion for helping children learn through play

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Full-time, part-time, daily supply, and long-term opportunities
• Access to a wide network of primary schools
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to gain further Early Years experience
• Potential pathways into permanent school-based roles

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.