Nursery Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable primary school in Islington seeks a committed Nursery Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting September 2025. This role involves supporting classroom activities, enhancing children's speech and language development, and creating an engaging learning environment. Ideal candidates will be proactive, enthusiastic, and passionate about early childhood education, and will need experience in a nursery or EYFS setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an EYFS setting is essential.
• Ability to follow direction and use initiative to support the class.
• Commitment to the full academic year is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with day-to-day routines and structured activities.
• Assist with speech and language development and early learning goals.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for young children.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient and nurturing attitude

Proactive and enthusiastic

Education

Experience as a Nursery Teaching Assistant

Job description

Are you full of energy and ready to make a real impact in the early years?
Reeson Education are working with a thriving primary school in Islington to appoint a committed Nursery Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting in September 2025.

Nursery Teaching Assistant - Job Overview

• Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant
• Location: Islington, North London
• Pay Range: 85 - 100 per day
• Start Date: September 2025 End Date: July 2026
• Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only

Nursery Teaching Assistant - About the School

• Outstanding Ofsted rating with a warm and inclusive ethos
• One-form entry primary with a strong sense of community and teamwork
• Well-resourced early years setting with a play-based learning focus
• Dedicated leadership team who value and support their staff
• Easily accessible via public transport

Nursery Teaching Assistant - The Role

• Full-time role as a Nursery Teaching Assistant in the nursery class
• Supporting the class teacher with day-to-day routines and structured activities
• Assisting with speech and language development and early learning goals
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for young children
• The Nursery Teaching Assistant will also help with personal care when required

Nursery Teaching Assistant - Candidate Requirements

• Experience as a Nursery Teaching Assistant or working in an EYFS setting is essential
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education
• Strong communication skills with a patient and nurturing attitude
• Able to follow direction but also use initiative to support the class
• A commitment to the full academic year is essential for this Nursery Teaching Assistant role

This Nursery Teaching Assistant role is an exciting opportunity to join an Outstanding Islington school known for its inclusive approach and strong community feel. As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, you'll be part of a highly supportive team who prioritise both professional growth and pupil wellbeing. If you're a caring and committed Nursery Teaching Assistant ready to make a difference in early years education, this is the perfect role for you. Apply today with Reeson Education to be considered for this rewarding Nursery Teaching Assistant position.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%