Nursery Nurses and Teaching Assistants Required

TN United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking compassionate Nursery and Reception Teaching Assistants to support young learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN). This role involves providing dedicated support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping to create a nurturing environment that fosters learning and development. You'll work closely with teachers to implement tailored strategies, ensuring every child feels valued and understood. Join a supportive primary school community that values inclusion and offers professional development opportunities, making a real impact on children's lives from the very start of their educational journey.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Ongoing career support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ALN is desirable.
• Solid understanding of EYFS curriculum and play-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support for children with ALN.
• Assist in planning and delivering engaging, inclusive activities.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

EWC registration

Valid Child-Only DBS

Job description

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Nursery Nurses and Teaching Assistants Required, Newport

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Now Hiring: Nursery & Reception Teaching Assistant – Support Young Minds with ALN from Day One!

Location: Newport
Start Date: April 2025
Salary: From £89 per day
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Full-time & part-time options available)

Do you have a passion for making education inclusive and accessible for all children? Are you motivated to support young learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) as they take their first steps into school life? If so, this is the role for you.

About the Role:
Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Newport that is preparing to welcome a new intake of learners. We are seeking compassionate and proactive Nursery and Reception Teaching Assistants to join the team and provide dedicated support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)—particularly those with ALN.

Children with ALN may face challenges in areas such as communication, emotional regulation, sensory processing, or social interaction. Your role will be to help remove these barriers to learning by providing structured, consistent, and sensitive support tailored to their unique needs.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide individualised support for children with ALN, including those with:
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
• Developmental Delay or Sensory Processing issues

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging, inclusive activities that encourage participation and build core learning skills
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement and monitor Individual Development Plans (IDPs) or Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Create a consistent, nurturing environment that helps children feel safe, understood, and valued
• Support children in building positive routines, managing emotions, and developing confidence
• Use specialist strategies and interventions to promote learning, communication, and emotional wellbeing

About You:
• You care deeply about inclusion and supporting all children to reach their potential
• You are patient, resilient, and able to adapt your approach to meet individual needs
• You are a team player, able to communicate effectively with staff and families
• Experience supporting children with ALN is highly desirable—but if you have the right mindset, we offer full training and guidance
• You have a solid understanding of the EYFS curriculum and how to support early development through play-based learning

What You’ll Need:
• EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration
• A valid Child-Only DBS on the Update Service
• Two professional references from the last 24 months

Why This Role Is So Important:
Early intervention is key for children with ALN. As a Teaching Assistant in this role, you will not only be helping them succeed in the classroom—you’ll also be shaping their confidence, relationships, and future learning potential from the very beginning of their educational journey.

Why Work with Us?
• Be part of a school that values inclusion, support, and community
• Access to professional development and specialist training
• Flexible working patterns and ongoing career support from Teaching Personnel
• Make a real, lasting impact in the lives of children and their families

Ready to Apply?
We expect a high volume of interest for this rewarding role.
Call Jessica today on 01633 370633
Or email jessica.robertsteachingpersonnel

Join us in giving every child the best possible start—regardless of their challenges. We can’t wait to welcome you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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