Teaching Assistant (Nursery)

The Harbour Schools Partnership; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education organization in Devon is seeking a highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years/Nursery team. The ideal candidate will display excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to improving outcomes for children, and a strong belief in the Growth Mindset ethos. Responsibilities include preparing resources, managing the learning environment, and maintaining pupil records. The successful applicant will be required to have NVQ Level 3 or relevant experience and secure literacy and numeracy skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to build strong appropriate relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work well as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Carry out teaching and learning activities including assessment and planning.
• Prepare resources and manage the learning environment.
• Maintain pupil records and contribute to children's development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Commitment to improving outcomes

Growth Mindset ethos

Literacy and numeracy skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or relevant experience

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths

Job description

Overview

Sticklepath Community Primary Academy is a partner school of The Harbour Schools Partnership based in North Devon. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Teaching Assistant with a passion for early childhood development to join our hardworking and dedicated Early Years / Nursery team.

Responsibilities

You will be required to carry out a range of teaching and learning activities including assessment and planning, preparing resources, setting up and managing the learning environment and maintaining pupil records.

Qualifications

• Is able to build strong appropriate relationships with children parents and staff
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work well as part of a team
• Is strongly committed to improving outcomes for all children but especially the most vulnerable in our community
• Is committed to our Growth Mindset ethos and their own personal journey as a learner
• Has secure literacy and numeracy skills ideally at GCSE Grade C or above which includes English and Maths
• Has NVQ Level 3 or relevant experience preferably in Early Years

Safeguarding and Disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS with Children’s barred list clearance. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Application Process

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 19th December 2025. Interviews will be held on Monday 5th January 2026.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship / work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.