Nursery Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS) - Full Time

Fulwood, Preston | January 2027 Start

A welcoming Primary School in Fulwood, Preston is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team on a full-time basis from January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting young children within an EYFS setting who is passionate about helping children learn, develop, and thrive during their early years of education.

Role Details

Position: Nursery Teaching Assistant (EYFS)
Location: Fulwood, Preston
Start Date: January 2027
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 3:25pm
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Contract: Full Time

About the Role

Working within the school's Nursery provision, you will support children as they develop key social, emotional, and educational skills through a mixture of structured learning and play-based activities. You will work closely with the class teacher and Early Years team to create an engaging, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can flourish.

Duties may include:

Supporting children with their learning and development across the EYFS curriculum
Assisting with indoor and outdoor learning activities
Encouraging positive social interaction and communication skills
Supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development
Helping to prepare learning resources and maintain an engaging learning environment
Observing and recording children's progress where required

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience supporting children within an EYFS or Nursery setting is essential
A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents
An Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential
A genuine passion for supporting young children's development and learning

What the School Offers

A supportive and welcoming Early Years team
Well-resourced Nursery facilities
Opportunities to gain valuable experience within a Primary School setting
A rewarding role making a positive impact on children's early education
If you have experience supporting children within EYFS and are looking for a rewarding full-time role starting in January 2027, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.

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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.

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