Early Years Teaching Assistant - Nurture & Play Growth

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

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.