Nurset Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant in Newham, East London. The role involves supporting educators and assisting students academically. Applicants should have a CACHE or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and strong communication skills. The position is full-time and starts in September 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred but not required.
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching, assess student work, and contribute to lesson plans and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

CACHE or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/Early Childcare

Job description

Overview

Nursery Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is looking for a hardworking, motivating Reception teaching assistant in Newham, East London. The school is a two-form primary school with a supportive leadership team with a dynamic and inclusive learning environment committed to academic excellence and student success. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to support our educators and help students thrive in and out of the classroom. This position is open to all qualified candidates with a passion for education and student support. Prior classroom experience is preferred but not required.

Contract/Position Details

• Location: Newham, East London.
• Position: Nursery Teaching Assistant.
• Type of work: supporting teaching, assess student work, lesson plans/activities, etc.
• Contract or position start date: September 2025.
• Duration/Likely Duration: 1 term contract may be extended.
• Contract or position end date (if applicable): end of term 1.
• Contract type: Temporary.
• Full time/part time: Full time.
• Minimum pay rate: depending on pay scale.
• Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only).

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred but not required.
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Holds CACHE or NVQ Level 3 or a degree in Childcare/Early Childcare.
• To be eligible for this role through Prospero: YOU MUST!
• Have a valid right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enrol onto the DBS update service.

Notes

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

How to apply

If you are interested in this role and would like to apply, please apply with your most up-to-date CV. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!