Nursery Teaching Assistant

Yorkshire Education Recruitment Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing support from Yorkshire EDUC. a

Opportunities for long-term & perm.雇佣

Welcoming and supportive school

Professional development & training

Job summary

Yorkshire Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to support a Primary School in York. The role is temporary and full-time with a start date in November 2026.

Salary ranges from £93 to £100 per day, with competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will support the Nursery Teacher in EYFS learning activities, help create a safe environment, and assist with daily routines.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Strong understanding of EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Teacher in delivering engaging EYFS activities.
• Create a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment for children.
• Support children's development through play-based learning and structured activities.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress for sharing with teaching staff.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with personal care, mealtimes and daily routines where required.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain high standards of care and education.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant

Location: York

Salary: £92.56 - £100

Job Type: Temporary, Full Time

Start Date: November 2026

We are seeking a passionate Nursery Teaching Assistant to work in a Primary School in the York area.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate learning activities for children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Create a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment that promotes children's learning, wellbeing, and independence.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and educational development through play-based learning and structured activities.
• Observe, monitor, and record children's progress, sharing relevant information with the class teacher and wider Early Years team.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to support each child's individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, mealtimes, and daily routines where required.
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure the highest standards of care and education are maintained.

Requirements

• A Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent recognised childcare qualification).
• Previous experience working within a nursery, preschool, or primary school Early Years setting.
• A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with children and families.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Yorkshire Education consultant.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent employment.
• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Benefits of working with Yorkshire Education:

• The opportunity to work within local secondary schools on a flexible basis
• Fair and competitive rates of pay
• A team of dedicated recruitment consultants who aim to find a job role best suited to you
• Opportunities for professional development and training
  

Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child protection.