Nursery Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE weekly pay

Training & development

Support from consultant

Opportunities in nurseries

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Durham is seeking Level 2/3 EYFS professionals to join private day nurseries. This temporary/contract role offers daily pay of £93-£110 and weekly PAYE, with training and ongoing support from an Empowering Learning consultant.

You will support practitioners, deliver play-based activities, observe progress under EYFS, and help children develop confidence, independence and social skills.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification - ESSENTIAL.
• Experience in a nursery/pre-school/reception setting.
• Understanding of EYFS framework and child development.
• Caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and children's welfare.
• Comfort with personal care incl. nappies.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide professional references covering last 2 years.
• Reliable and able to work in a busy EY team.

Responsibilities

• Support practitioners and teachers in providing high-quality early years education and care.
• 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 EYFS framework.
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Support with everyday personal care, including napp y changing.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Caring & patient

Safeguarding knowledge

EYFS understanding

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years

Job description

Location: Durham
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 Durham 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

• 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 Durham area, we want to hear from you!