Early Years Teaching Assistant

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; 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 support children aged 2–3 in our Nursery. This permanent role works 32 hours per week and offers a rewarding position within a caring, inclusive team dedicated to high standards of learning and safeguarding.

The successful candidate will hold a Grade C in English and Maths, bring knowledge of Early Years development, and be flexible to work across Early Years, Pre-School and Reception where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Early Years development and practice.
• Ability to work within a nurturing, inclusive team.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2–3 in Nursery and across EYFS areas as needed.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning activities.
• Promote inclusive education and safeguarding standards.

Skills

Early years knowledge

Team player

Resilient

Inclusive practice

Education

Grade C English

Grade C Maths

Job description

Abbey Park Primary School

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