Location: Barnsley
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
Salary: £85–£100 per day (depending on experience)
If your happy place is a room full of building blocks, story time giggles, and big imaginations — this one’s for you!
We’re looking for a nurturing, energetic Nursery Teaching Assistant to support an Early Years class in a lovely Barnsley primary school. You’ll join a close-knit EYFS team who believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, laughter, and learning through play.
Your day-to-day:
* Support the class teacher with all areas of learning and care
* Help children develop independence, language, and confidence
* Lead small group or one-to-one activities tailored to each child’s needs
* Contribute to a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels valued
* Work closely with staff and parents to celebrate achievements and milestones
We’d love to hear from you if you:
* Have experience in an Early Years or Nursery setting (school or private nursery)
* Hold a relevant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years preferred)
* Have a calm, patient nature and genuine enthusiasm for early education
* Are reliable, proactive, and love getting hands-on with creative play
What’s in it for you?
* Weekly pay through PAYE
* FREE online CPD, including SEN and safeguarding courses
* Friendly, personal support from your local Protocol consultant
* Opportunities for long-term roles and progression into teaching or SEN support
* Be part of a community that values your impact
If you believe every child deserves the best start in life — and you’re ready to bring smiles, songs, and support to the classroom — apply now to join our EYFS family in Barnsley.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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