Nursery Teaching Assistant Leeds

Justteachers Ltd; Gildersome; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a caring Nursery Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area of Leeds. The role begins in September 2026 and is offered on a full-time basis with a competitive daily rate of £95–£105 depending on experience.

You will support children in the Nursery provision, helping them develop key early years skills and ensuring they receive the best possible start to their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Experience with Nursery or EYFS-aged children is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Relevant childcare or early years qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery pupils through play-based and structured learning activities.
• Assist with preparing resources and maintaining an engaging learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social development.
• Support children’s communication, language, and early numeracy skills.
• Help maintain daily routines and support pupils’ emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Play-based learning

EYFS knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

EYFS qualifications

Childcare qualifications

Job description

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area of Leeds from September 2026. This full-time role offers an ongoing opportunity, with a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, depending on experience. The successful candidate will support children within the Nursery provision, helping them develop key early years skills and ensuring they receive the best possible start to their educational journey.

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary setting with a strong focus on early years development, pupil wellbeing, and child-centred learning. Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, communicate, and develop confidence through play and structured learning activities. The leadership team is supportive and values the contribution of Nursery staff in creating positive early learning experiences for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Nursery pupils through play-based and structured learning activities.
• Assist with preparing resources and maintaining an engaging learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social development.
• Support children’s communication, language, and early numeracy skills.
• Help maintain daily routines and support pupils’ emotional wellbeing.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with Nursery or EYFS-aged children.
• A patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Relevant childcare or early years qualifications would be advantageous.