General Teaching Assistant; Nursery

Vacancy

Hours:

33.50 per week

Contract:

Term time only + 5 additional days

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team and support children at the very start of their school journey.

This is a wonderful opportunity to play a key role in creating a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment where our youngest learners can grow in confidence, curiosity and independence. You will support children across all areas of learning, helping to develop their communication, social skills and early understanding through play-based and structured activities.

Working closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team, you will help deliver high-quality provision that supports every child to thrive, particularly those with additional needs. Your role will be central in ensuring children feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

• Has experience working with young children, ideally within an EYFS or nursery setting
• Understands the importance of early communication, language and social development
• Is confident supporting play-based learning and engaging children in purposeful activities
• Builds warm, positive relationships that support children’s confidence and wellbeing
• Is patient, nurturing and responsive to individual needs
• Works well as part of a team and is committed to inclusive practice
• Is proactive, flexible and enthusiastic about supporting early development

• Support children in accessing high-quality early years provision through play and structured activities
• Work closely with the class teacher to support learning, development and wellbeing
• Promote communication, language development and positive social interaction
• Support children’s independence, confidence and self-care skills
• Provide targeted support for individuals and small groups, including those with additional needs
• Observe children’s learning and contribute to ongoing assessment and planning
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

At New Park Primary Academy, our ethos of Nurturing, Growing, Thriving underpins everything we do. We are proud to be an inclusive school with a strong community focus, where every child is valued and supported to succeed.

Our Early Years provision is at the heart of our school, providing a strong foundation for lifelong learning. We are committed to ensuring that every child develops the key skills, confidence and resilience they need to flourish both in school and beyond.

• Be part of a nurturing and supportive Early Years team
• Make a real difference at a crucial stage of children’s development
• Access high-quality training and development opportunities
• Work in an inclusive school where every child and staff member is valued
• Be part of a wider Multi-Academy Trust committed to excellence and inclusion

If you are passionate about supporting young children and want to be part of a caring, forward-thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in creating an environment where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to learn.

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