Nursery Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is delighted to be partnering with a friendly, well-established nursery in Wandsworth to appoint a dedicated Nursery Teaching Assistant who is suitable to an NQT. The role starts in September 2026 and offers a full-time, term-time schedule within a welcoming team that values a caring approach and daily enthusiasm.

You will support the nursery staff to deliver a safe, nurturing environment, engage children through play-based EYFS activities, and help each child develop socially,

Qualifications

• Caring and patient Nursery Teaching Assistant with EYFS understanding.
• Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification preferred.
• Ability to support learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support the nursery team in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children.
• Assist with engaging activities that support children's learning, development, and curiosity.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and communication development.
• Follow the EYFS framework and contribute to children's learning and development.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Enthusiastic

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Nursery Teaching Assistant Suitable to NQT New

Location: Wandsworth, London

Job Type: Temporary | Contract Hours

Post Date: 03/09/2026

Suitable to NQT: Yes

Are you a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young children?

Are you seeking a rewarding full-time opportunity from September 2026 within a supportive, nurturing, and welcoming nursery setting in Wandsworth?

Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a friendly, nurturing, and well-established nursery that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Nursery Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about Early Years education and wants to help young children develop and thrive in a positive environment.

Location: Wandsworth
Start Date: September 2026 to July 2026
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term Time)
Pay: £95-£100 per day (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the nursery team in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children.
• Assist with engaging activities that support children's learning, development, and curiosity.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and communication development.
• Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and contribute to children's learning and development.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with children within a nursery, Early Years, primary school, or similar educational setting.
• Ideally hold a Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification, although candidates with relevant experience may also be considered.
• Have a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Have a good understanding of the EYFS framework and play-based learning.

Why Join This Nursery?

• Supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your Early Years experience.
• Convenient Wandsworth location with excellent public transport links.

Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and all other safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. We have obtained authority from the client to advertise this position.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.