Nursery Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay rate 93–110 GBP

PAYE weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Training & development

Experience in nursery settings

Make a difference in children's lives

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Darlington is seeking an EYFS Qualified Teaching Assistant to support young children in private day nurseries. You will plan and deliver play-based activities, observe progress and assist with personal care as needed, including nappy changing, while adhering to the EYFS framework.

We offer a PAYE weekly pay structure, ongoing training, and a dedicated Empowering Learning consultant with opportunities to gain valuable Early Years experience in established nursery

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 Early Years/Childcare qualification is essential
• Previous nursery, pre-school or Reception experience
• Good understanding of EYFS framework and child development
• Caring, patient and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong safeguarding and child welfare knowledge
• Comfortable with personal care including nappy changing
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Able to provide professional references for last 2 years of work/education history
• Reliable and able to work in a busy Early Years team

Responsibilities

• Support practitioners and teachers in providing high-quality early years education and care
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging and play-based activities
• Support children's learning and development needs
• Encourage confidence, independence and social skills
• Observe and record progress in line with EYFS framework
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families
• Follow safeguarding, health and nursery policies

Skills

Level 2/3 EYFS qualification

Nursery/Pre-school experience

EYFS framework understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Personal care experience

Excellent communication

DBS Update Service

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

EYFS Qualified Teaching Assistant - Darlington

Location: Darlington
Position: Full-Time
Contract Type: Temporary / Contract/Perm
Pay: 93- 110 per day

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and thrive?

Empowering Learning is working in partnership with a chain of highly regarded private day nurseries in the Darlington area, and we're looking for committed, reliable and enthusiastic EYFS-qualified staff to join their teams.

If you're an experienced Early Years professional who loves creating fun, engaging learning experiences and making a real difference to children's development, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As an EYFS Qualified Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting children through their early years development. You will:

• Support practitioners and teachers in providing high-quality early years education and care
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging and play-based activities
• Support children's individual learning and development needs
• Encourage children to develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Observe and record children's progress in line with the EYFS framework
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families
• Support with everyday personal care, including nappy changing
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies

What We're Looking For

We're looking for caring and dependable Early Years professionals who are passionate about working with young children.

Essential requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification - ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience working in a nursery, pre-school or Reception setting
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• A caring, patient and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and children's welfare
• Comfortable supporting children with personal care, including nappy changing
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to purchase one
• Able to provide professional references covering your last 2 years of work and/or education history
• Reliable, committed and able to work as part of a busy Early Years team

What We Offer

• 93- 110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
• PAYE weekly pay
• Opportunities to work within established and welcoming nursery settings
• Support from a dedicated Empowering Learning consultant
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to build your Early Years experience
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity in the Darlington area, we want to hear from you!