Early Years Assistant

Job Title:

Early Years Assistant

Location:

Morpeth

Hours:

8:30-15:30
Start:
September 2026
Pay: £107.71 (Based on 6.5-hour day rate)

Milk Education is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school with a nursery provision in Morpeth to appoint an Early Years Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on supporting pre-school and Reception learners to develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

• Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to develop early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
• Assist with phonics, early reading, and language development
• Help create an inviting and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Encourage independence, curiosity, and positive learning behaviours
• Assist with daily routines, including transitions, snack times, and personal care where required
• Build positive relationships with children to support engagement and progress
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents
• Contribute to observations and support assessment of pupil progress
• Support safeguarding procedures and maintain a safe learning environment

• Experience working with young children (school, nursery, childcare, or similar)
• A genuine passion for supporting early childhood development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Must live locally to Morpeth (rural location)
• A relevant Early Years qualification (preferred but not essential)

Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the most rewarding agency to work with and for.

• Excellent rates of pay
• Health and wellbeing support
• Free lesson plans
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant
• Training support sessions
• Referral programme
• Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role

If you’re ready to make a real difference in an Early Years setting, apply today.