Nursery Practitioner

APT Education Recruitment Ltd; Croughton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive staff

Village school atmosphere

Job summary

APT Education Recruitment Ltd is currently recruiting a dedicated CACHE Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming village Primary School near Croughton from January 2027. The role is full-time and focuses on supporting teaching and learning across the primary age range.

You will work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities, support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, and help prepare learning resources. A DBS Update Service is preferred.

Qualifications

• CACHE Level 3 qualification or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a Primary School setting is preferred.
• Enhanced DBS update service is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Positive, patient and proactive approach; ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons and small group activities.
• Assist with delivery of engaging learning experiences.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Work with individual pupils who may require additional support.
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom activities.
• Support children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

CACHE Level 3 Qualification

Job description

CACHE Level 3 Teaching Assistant Required

Location: Near Croughton, Northamptonshire

Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Competitive Rates of Pay

CACHE Level 3 Teaching Assistant Wanted

APT Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic CACHE Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming village Primary School near Croughton from January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school community where staff work closely together to create a positive, nurturing and engaging learning environment for all pupils.

The role is full-time and offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's educational development on a daily basis.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support teaching and learning across the primary age range.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils in lessons and small group activities
• Assisting with the delivery of engaging learning experiences
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Working with individual pupils who may require additional support
• Helping to prepare learning resources and classroom activities
• Supporting children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as required

Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• CACHE Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent recognised Teaching Assistant qualification)
• Previous experience working within a Primary School setting
• A passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, patient and proactive approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Due to the village location of the school, access to a vehicle would be highly desirable.

What the School Offers

• Friendly and supportive staff team
• Well-behaved and engaged pupils
• A welcoming village school atmosphere
• Opportunities for professional development
• Strong leadership and supportive senior management
• A rewarding and fulfilling working environment