Early Years Teaching Assistant

Abbey Park Primary School; Pershore; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Abbey Park Primary School in Pershore is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to work mainly in our Nursery, supporting children aged 2 and 3. The role is permanent and involves 32 hours a week with a supportive, inclusive team.

You should have a Grade C in English and Maths, knowledge of child development, and ideally Early Years experience. DBS clearance is required; join a team devoted to the best outcomes for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Grade C in English and Maths required.
• Early Years experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2–3 in Nursery.
• Work across Early Years (Pre-School and Reception) as needed.
• Promote inclusivity and nurturing approach.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Grade C in English

Grade C in Maths

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Salary:£19,682 - £20,000 per annum
Hours: 32 Hours and 5 Minutes per week
Location:Abbey Park Primary School, Pershore
Permanent

Closing Date - 26th October 2026

Interviews - 2nd November 2026

For further information please contact:Joanne Spencer - Finance Officer - [e-mail]

Do you want to have a significant impact on the lives of young people?

Are you inclusive, resilient and flexible?

Do you want to work with a team of outstanding professionals who all have the children at the heart of everything they do?

If so, please read on.

We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced and enthusiastic, teaching assistant to work within our Early Years Department at Abbey Park Primary School.

We provide education for children across campus from the ages of 2 – 12 years old. The school encourages sharing of staff and resources, ensuring expertise and knowledge is available to all. We pride ourselves in being an inclusive setting who work closely as a team to ensure the best outcomes for all our pupils, whatever their ability.

The candidate will work primarily in our Nursery, supporting children who are 2 and 3 years of age. Although where appropriate, there may be a need for the successful candidate to work across other areas of our Early Years, including Pre-School and Reception.

The successful candidate will hold a Grade ‘C’ in both English and Maths, have a high level of child development knowledge and Early Years’ experience would be desirable. The candidate will be a highly effective and innovative team member, be resilient and flexible, ensuring a high quality education for all of our pupils and the highest standards of learning and achievement. The promotion of inclusivity and a nurturing approach are essential skills.

Abbey Park Primary School expects all members of staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Website: www.abbeypark.worcs.sch.uk

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Attached documents
Early Years Teaching Assistant job spec.docx
Early Years Teaching Assistant person spec.docx