Job Title: Nursery Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – EYFS
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire – WS13
Position: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
About the Role
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming Early Years team in Lichfield (WS13). This role involves supporting young children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can learn, play and thrive.
You will work closely with the nursery team to support children's development, wellbeing and learning through play-based activities and structured early years learning.
Key Responsibilities
Support children aged 0–5 in line with the EYFS framework
Assist with planning and delivering engaging learning activities
Support children's social, emotional and educational development
Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment
Observe and record children's progress where required
Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high standards of care
Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies
Requirements
Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years (NVQ Level 3, CACHE Level 3 or equivalent)
Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
A genuine passion for working with young children
Good communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of the EYFS framework
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Desirable
Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
Experience supporting children with additional needs
Knowledge of child development and early learning strategies
What We Offer
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunities for professional development
Competitive salary based on experience
The opportunity to make a real difference in children's early education
Safeguarding Statement
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references in line with safer recruitment practices.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about early years education and would like to join a dedicated team in Lichfield (WS13), we would love to hear from you.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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