Job Description

Nursery Teaching Assistant (Level 2 EYFS Qualification Required)

Position: Nursery Teaching Assistant

Location: Lancaster

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Start Date: Monday 10th March 2025

Salary: 14.20 per hour

Contract Type: Fixed term, until July 2025

Are you passionate about working with young children and supporting their early development? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a well-run nursery class within a local primary school. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a nurturing and dynamic early year setting where children are encouraged to thrive.

About the School:

The school provide a warm, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel safe, happy, and eager to learn. Their nursery class is an engaging space designed to promote exploration, creativity, and early development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. They take pride in their supportive team, where every member plays a crucial role in shaping the learning experiences of their youngest pupils.

Role & Responsibilities:

As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Assisting in the planning and preparation of activities that support children's physical, emotional, and educational growth.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support, ensuring that all children are fully included in activities.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and confidence.
• Observing and assessing children's progress, recording observations, and contributing to reports as required.
• Supporting children with personal care needs, including toileting, dressing, and hygiene where necessary.
• Building strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to support the overall well-being and development of each child.
• Ensuring a safe, secure, and stimulating classroom environment in line with safeguarding policies.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an early years or nursery setting (preferred but not essential).
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and how to support early learning and development.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach with a passion for working with young children.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

How to Apply:

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the required criteria, we would love to hear from you! Please send a CV to (url removed) or call Sarah Maclachlan on (phone number removed) for a friendly, confidential chat.

VERITAS EDUCATION is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

I look forward to hearing from you!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'