Nursery Assistant; Early years teaching assistant

Overview

Employer:

Location:

Stockport, Greater Manchester, BL8 1JD

Pay:

Salary not specified.

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

05/03/2026

EYFS Practitioner | Dedicated Early Years Support Are you a nurturing and qualified EYFS Practitioner looking for a stable and fulfilling role?

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic practitioner to join our dedicated Early Years team.

This is a chance to work exclusively with our youngest learners, utilizing your passion for play-based learning and early child development.

The core focus of this position is to support the learning and development of children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) ages 3-5. You will work as a key member of the team, supporting the delivery of engaging, play-based activities, observing and recording children’s progress against the EYFS framework, and acting as a Key Worker for a small group of children.

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent.
• Has recent, relevant experience working in an EYFS or Nursery setting.
• Possesses strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework.
• Is an excellent communicator and adept at working collaboratively with parents and staff.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• You will assist the class teacher in planning and setting up the indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Deliver engaging, play-based activities tailored to individual needs.
• Observe and document children's progress, act as a Key Worker, and contribute to the smooth running of the EYFS unit.

This role offers a supportive team environment, regular professional development specific to the Early Years Foundation Stage, and the reward of supporting children during their crucial developmental phase. A competitive salary is paid to the Support Staff/Practitioner scale, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

If you are ready to use your expertise to shape the future of our youngest learners in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

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