Early Years Teaching Assistant cloned on 05-11-26 12:27:04

WMJobs; Pershore; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full 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. The role is 32 hours and 5 minutes per week, permanent, salary £19,687–£20,000 per year, with strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

You will hold a Grade C in English and Maths and contribute to high-quality learning experiences, with opportunities to work across Early Years areas including Pre-School and Reception.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade C in English
• Must have Grade C in Maths
• Knowledge of child development is essential
• Experience in Early Years is desirable

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery children aged 2–3 in daily activities and learning
• Assist across Early Years areas including Pre-School and Reception when required
• Promote safeguarding and inclusive practice in a busy primary setting

Skills

Grade C in English

Grade C in Maths

Child development knowledge

Early Years experience

Job description

Abbey Park Primary School,

Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant

Salary: £19,687 - £20,000 per annum

Hours: 32 Hours and 5 Minutes per week

Location: Abbey Park Primary School, Pershore

Permanent

Closing Date - 16th November 2026

Interviews - 18th 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