Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Nursery

Overview

We are recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Nursery

Required for an Immediate Start

Salary:
Grade 5 SCP 7-11 (£26,403-£28,142) (FTE-AYR) - To be pro rata

5 days, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks (TTO + Training Days)

St Philip’s Catholic Primary School is an innovative and outward-looking school with happy, motivated and well-behaved children, an excellent staff team committed to raising standards, a supportive and enthusiastic Local Governing Body, and strong links with our local Parish.

We are seeking to appoint a Level 3 Teaching Assistant in our Nursery to join our dedicated Early Years team, working with children aged 3–4 in our nursery setting. The successful candidate will be dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate about early childhood education, with a clear understanding of how to support high-quality provision and build on our current Ofsted ‘Good’ rating.

Putting our children and young people first, always.

“Excellent Catholic education for all, in the heart of our communities: nourishing faith, nurturing talent and fostering aspiration."

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering day-to-day Teaching Assistant activities and supporting the school’s early years provision. They will work under the supervision of teaching staff and contribute to creating a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment for children aged 3–4.

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

• Experience of supporting children aged 3–4 in a nursery setting.

• Dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate about early childhood education with a clear understanding of how to support high-quality provision.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Ability to contribute to the school’s vision and values.

A full application pack is available from our website. All completed applications are to be sent to Rachel Slater. Phone –

Online -

For specific questions about the role and/or to request a visit, please contact Rachel Slater.

TEL:

Closing Date: Monday 2nd February 2026 (we may bring forward the Final date to receive applications, therefore please apply ASAP)

Interviews: To be confirmed

Emmaus Catholic MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process school and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or during the interview.

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Attached documents

Level 3 TA Nursery Job

Emmaus - JD and Person Spec - Level 3 TA