Enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant – Nursery Support

Teaching Personnel; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support children in a nursery within a primary school in the Atherton area, Wigan. This full-time role starts in September 2026 and requires a hands-on, engaging approach to early development.

You will assist with play-based learning, support speech, language and social development, observe pupil progress, and help create a safe, stimulating learning environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 EYFS qualification required.
• Experience in a nursery or reception setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Patient, enthusiastic and nurturing approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support children within a nursery setting.
• Assist with play-based learning activities.
• Support speech, language and social development.
• Observe and record pupil progress.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

EYFS understanding

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 EYFS qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support children in a nursery within a primary school in the Atherton area, Wigan. This full-time role starts in September 2026 and requires a hands-on, engaging approach to early development.

You will assist with play-based learning, support speech, language and social development, observe pupil progress, and help create a safe, stimulating learning environment.