Nursery Teaching Assistant

School 21; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Skinner Street in Gillingham, Kent, is opening a new Nursery in January 2027. We are seeking an experienced Nursery Teaching Assistant to support a safe, engaging early learning environment and help children build confidence and independence.

You will work with the EYFS Lead to plan activities, support families with transitions, and foster strong relationships across the school community to boost attainment and attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a Nursery/EYFS classroom and supporting families with the transition into Nursery/School.
• A passion for education of the littlest learners, with expertise in various methods of delivering engaging learning activities.
• An ability to quickly develop rapport with all members of the school community, while developing and maintaining appropriate boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Creating a caring, stimulating and engaging environment that enables all pupils to learn effectively, mindful of the fact that some pupils will not have experience attending a similar setting.
• Assisting with planning and preparing lessons and learning activities appropriate for the age group and ability of the children in the class.
• Actively participating in the Oasis Skinner Street family, working to ensure the best outcomes for all children, and supporting the wider community.

Skills

Nursery/EYFS experience

Relationship building

Classroom support

Job description

* Nursery Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Nursery Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Gillingham, KentContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Point 4-6 (£25,185 - £25,989 FTE)Posted: 3rd November 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 17th November 2026 11:59 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1582360Job Reference: POSI0000024051Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1582360* Share :This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in our purpose built new Nursery opening in January 2027. Located within our well-established academy, you will play an important role in supporting a safe, engaging and stimulating environment where children can develop their confidence, independence and early learning skills.Having invested heavily in our Academy, including our Nursery and EYFS area, we are seeking an innovative and energetic practitioner to take this to the next level. Working in partnership with the EYFS Lead, you will make your mark on the Academy and create an exceptional educational environment for the youngest students, setting them up for success.You'll be responsible for:* Creating a caring, stimulating and engaging environment that enables all pupils to learn effectively, mindful of the fact that some pupils, will not have experience attending a similar setting* Assisting with planning and preparing lessons and learning activities appropriate for the age group and ability of the children in the class* Actively participating in the Oasis Skinner Street family, working to ensure the best outcomes for all children, and supporting the wider communityA full job description is attached to this vacancy.You'll bring:- Experience of working in a Nursery/EYFS classroom and supporting families with the transition into Nursery/School, with a track record of building strong relationships to boost attainment and attendance- A passion for education of the littlest learners, with expertise in various methods of delivering engaging learning activities- An ability to quickly develop rapport with all members of the school community, while developing and maintaining appropriate boundariesApplication processIf we have piqued your interest and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.Or, if you can't wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview - please click 'fast apply' to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed, matches ours.Interviews will be held week commencing 23 November 2026If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Skinner Street Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.### Oasis Academy Skinner StreetPart of### Oasis Community Learning