Nursery Teaching Assistant: Warmth, Learning & Care

Charnwood Primary Academy (part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Charnwood Primary Academy in Lichfield is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a fixed-term basis. You will support the Nursery Lead in morning sessions, help deliver engaging activities and support children's learning, play and personal care with warmth and sensitivity.

This part-time role (21.25 hours/week) is term-time only plus INSET days, starting January 2027, with a potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children, ideally within an Early Years setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and inclusive practice.
• Willingness to develop skills through training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's play, learning, communication and social development.
• Delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities with the Nursery Lead.
• Supporting individuals and small groups to participate in nursery activities.
• Encouraging positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Assisting with personal care routines with sensitivity and respect.

Skills

Experience with young children

Education

Level 3 childcare or Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid training

Job description

Charnwood Primary Academy in Lichfield is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a fixed-term basis. You will support the Nursery Lead in morning sessions, help deliver engaging activities and support children's learning, play and personal care with warmth and sensitivity.

This part-time role (21.25 hours/week) is term-time only plus INSET days, starting January 2027, with a potential extension.