Nursery Teaching Assistant

Location: TS12 Area
Salary: £92.56 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Full Time
Start Date: October 2026

About the Role

Vision for Education are looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to work on a full-time basis within a welcoming early years setting in the TS12 area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop through play, exploration, and engaging learning experiences. You will work closely with the Nursery team to create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to learn.

The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative team committed to providing the best possible outcomes for every child.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery team in delivering engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to children as required.
• Support children's communication, language, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Help create a positive, safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation, organisation, and learning resources.
• Encourage children to develop independence, confidence, and positive relationships.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children's wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, Nursery staff, parents, and other professionals where appropriate.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in a Nursery or Early Years setting is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting young children and their development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• A patient, caring, and nurturing approach.
• Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive attitude.
• Availability to work full time, Monday to Friday.

What We Offer

As a Teaching Assistant and valued member of our team, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to support your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are a Nursery Teaching Assistant who is caring, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting young children and are looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in the TS12 area, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, call us on 01642 243843.

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