Are you newly qualified and ready to make your mark in early years education? We’re looking for enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants to join a thriving local authority maintained Nursery school that has been at the heart of its community for generations. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted at the last five inspections, this is a school where children truly flourish and staff are supported to grow. About the School This Nursery welcomes 2, 3 and 4 year olds into a warm, family-focused setting where play and exploration are at the heart of learning. The environment has been described by Ofsted as “sensational” —with vibrant indoor and outdoor spaces that inspire curiosity and confidence in every child. Parents consistently tell us their children “come on in leaps and bounds” here. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll: Support children in their play and learning, helping them develop confidence, independence, and social skills Work closely with experienced teachers and staff, gaining invaluable mentoring and guidance Be part of a creative, energetic team committed to the highest standards of early years education Help shape the learning environment, from stories and numbers to outdoor exploration This is an exciting opportunity for someone just starting out in their early years career. You’ll receive hands-on experience, excellent support, and the chance to be part of a team that really makes a difference. What We’re Looking For A newly qualified (or soon-to-qualify) Early Years Teaching Assistant A genuine passion for supporting young children to thrive through play-based learning A positive, proactive approach and a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues Commitment to the values of inclusivity, curiosity, and creativity What You’ll Gain Full-time, stable role in an Outstanding Nursery school The chance to learn from highly qualified teachers and experienced practitioners Access to ongoing training and development to build your skills and confidence A welcoming, family-like environment where staff and children feel safe, supported, and valued How to Apply If you’re ready to kickstart your career in a setting where children and staff alike thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take your first step into a rewarding career in early years education. 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.