Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Derby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a nurturing Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS) for a welcoming setting in Littleover, Derby. The role involves supporting the learning environment, assisting in curriculum delivery, and fostering positive relationships with children as part of a dedicated team ensuring the development of young learners.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for CPD and career development

Qualifications

• Experience working in an Early Years or nursery setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• CV covering the last 10 years required.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Early Years curriculum through engaging activities.
• Assist with classroom organisation, observations, and pupil assessments.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS)
Location: Littleover, Derby
Salary: £95 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time

Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young learners in their early development?

GSL Education are seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS) to join a welcoming Early Years setting in Littleover. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine love for working with young children to contribute to their early development in a supportive and creative learning environment.

As a Nursery Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work closely with class teachers and Early Years Practitioners to promote learning through play, support routines and build strong, positive relationships with children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of the Early Years curriculum through engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Foster a positive, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom organisation, observations, and pupil assessments.
• Provide personal care when needed in line with safeguarding and welfare requirements.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Requirements for Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS):

• A relevant Level 2/3 childcare qualification is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in an Early Years or nursery setting.
• A calm, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A CV covering the last 10 years (with any gaps explained) and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Long-term placements in well-respected early years settings.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with early years expertise.
• Opportunities for CPD and career development.
• Ethical, transparent recruitment practices.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS) role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.