Nursery Assistant: Playful Early Learning & SEN Support

Milk Education; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Pastoral and wellbeing support

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in the Liverpool area. This fixed-term contract runs until July 2027 to cover operation leave, with potential to extend, and is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young children's early learning within a nurturing nursery environment.

You will work with an experienced Early Years team to create engaging learning experiences that develop social, emotional, and

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a nursery, school, or childcare setting.
• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
• A passion for supporting children's early development.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with SEN is beneficial but not essential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Support children with their learning through play and structured activities.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive nursery environment.
• Encourage children's communication, language, social, and emotional development.
• Support children with personal care where required.
• Assist with observations and contribute to children's learning and development records.
• Support children with SEN and additional needs where appropriate.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents, the SENCO, and senior leadership team.

Skills

Nursery experience

EYFS knowledge

Caring & patient

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in the Liverpool area. This fixed-term contract runs until July 2027 to cover operation leave, with potential to extend, and is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young children's early learning within a nurturing nursery environment.

You will work with an experienced Early Years team to create engaging learning experiences that develop social, emotional, and