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Nursery assistant (early years teaching assistant)

United Kingdom, Bury · Job Posted February 23, 2026

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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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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
  • Contribute to the overall smooth running of the EYFS unit

Requirements

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

Nice to have

  • able to build relationships
  • baby room experience
  • be a role model
  • behaviour management skills
  • communication
  • effective discipline
  • empathy
  • engaging
  • motivated
  • nursery assistant experience
  • nursery nurse experience

What we offer

  • Supportive team environment
  • Regular professional development specific to the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • The immense reward of supporting children during their most crucial developmental phase
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
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