Job description
Nursery Teaching Assistant - Grays
Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young children? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team.
As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the lead teacher in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, implementing age-appropriate curriculum, and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in your care.
Position: Nursery Teaching Assistant
Location: Grays
Salary: £80-£100 per day
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time available
Key Responsibilities of a Nursery Teaching Assistant:
- As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will assist the nursery staff in providing high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years.
- Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities that promote learning, creativity, and social interaction.
- As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where children can learn and thrive.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
- As a Nursery Teaching Assistant you will assist with daily routines, including meal times, toileting, and outdoor play, ensuring the well-being and happiness of all children.
- Contribute to observations and assessments of children's development, helping to monitor progress and plan next steps.
Qualifications and Skills of a Nursery Teaching Assistant:
- Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent is desirable.
- Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and its principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and caring approach to working with children.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality care and education.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
- An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.