Nursery Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Nash; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to support young learners in a safe and stimulating environment. Responsibilities include planning educational activities and supervising children. Prior experience working in a nursery and a valid DBS check are essential. This full-time role offers competitive daily pay with potential long-term opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Potential long-term or permanent role

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a Nursery environment.
• Must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support young learners in a safe, caring environment.
• Plan and supervise educational activities.
• Manage daily schedules including activities and breaks.

Skills

Experience with young children

Communication skills

Ability to create engaging activities

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant

Location: NP19

Contract Type: Full Time

Pay: £89.38 Per Day

Start Date: October 2025

Responsibilities

• Support our youngest learners in a safe, caring and stimulating environment; engage with children on an individual level while supervising the class.
• Plan and supervise fun and educational activities.
• Manage a daily schedule that includes activities, toilet breaks, lunch and rest time.
• Feed and change babies as needed.
• Communicate with parents and staff members.
• Ensure the safety of children.
• Help children learn numeracy and language through daily activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in a Nursery environment.
• You will need to be fully registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• A valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or willingness to obtain one.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

What we can do for you

• Competitive weekly pay
• Access CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunity for long term or permanent role

Additional Information

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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