Early Years Teaching Assistant

Just finished your training and ready to make your mark in early years education? This could be the perfect first step.

We’re looking for enthusiastic Early Years TAs to join a much-loved, local authority maintained Nursery school that’s been at the heart of its community for generations. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted five times in a row
, this is a place where children shine and staff are given the support to grow.

This nursery welcomes 2, 3 and 4-year-olds into a warm, family-focused setting where play and curiosity drive learning. Ofsted described the environment as “sensational” — with vibrant indoor and outdoor spaces that spark confidence in every child. Parents consistently tell us their children “come on in leaps and bounds” here.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll:

• Support children in their play and learning, building confidence, independence, and social skills
• Work closely with experienced teachers and receive mentoring that helps you flourish
• Be part of a creative, energetic team with high standards and a big heart
• Shape the learning environment, from story corners to outdoor adventures

This is a brilliant opportunity if you’re starting out in your early years career
. You’ll gain hands-on experience, excellent guidance, and the chance to be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

• Newly qualified (or soon-to-qualify) Early Years Teaching Assistants
• A genuine love of supporting children through play-based learning
• A positive, proactive approach and openness to learning from colleagues
• Commitment to inclusivity, curiosity, and creativity

• A full-time, stable role in an Outstanding nursery
• Mentoring from highly skilled teachers and practitioners
• Ongoing training and development to grow your skills
• A welcoming, family-like team where everyone feels valued

If you’re ready to kickstart your career in a school where children and staff thrive together, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take your first step into early years education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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