EYFS Nursery TA (Level 3) – Nurturing Learning

Woodhouse Primary; Urmston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodhouse Primary School in Trafford, Greater Manchester, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant 3 for Nursery starting November 2026. This full-time, term-time-only position (36.25 hours/week, 39 weeks) sits in our lively EYFS nursery and requires a Level 3 qualification.

You will support 3- to 5-year-olds across the EYFS, plan child-led activities, and work with families to nurture each child’s development in a warm, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent (essential).
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and early childhood development.
• Experience of working with children aged 3-5 in an educational setting.
• Understanding of how young children learn through play and exploration.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 3-5 across all seven EYFS areas.
• Plan and deliver engaging, child-led learning experiences with the EYFS team.
• Build nurturing relationships to help children feel safe and excited to learn.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development, including SEND or barriers to learning.
• Contribute to observations, assessments and next steps planning.
• Create stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Work with parents and carers to support each child's journey.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

3-5 age experience

Play-based learning

Education

Level 3 EYFS qualification or equivalent

Job description

Woodhouse Primary School in Trafford, Greater Manchester, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant 3 for Nursery starting November 2026. This full-time, term-time-only position (36.25 hours/week, 39 weeks) sits in our lively EYFS nursery and requires a Level 3 qualification.

You will support 3- to 5-year-olds across the EYFS, plan child-led activities, and work with families to nurture each child’s development in a warm, inclusive environment.