Job Title: Nursery Practitioner – Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Early Years (EY)
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire – ST16
Position: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner – Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a supportive Early Years team in Stafford (ST16). The successful candidate will support children within the Early Years (EY) environment, helping to create a safe, engaging and nurturing space where children can develop, learn and grow.
Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will assist in delivering high-quality early years care and education through play-based learning and structured activities.
Key Responsibilities
Support children aged 0–5 within the Early Years environment
Assist with planning and delivering fun, engaging learning activities
Promote children’s social, emotional and educational development
Help maintain a safe, clean and stimulating nursery setting
Observe and support children’s progress and development
Work closely with colleagues to provide 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)
Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
Passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing
Good communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of early years development and learning
Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Desirable
Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
Experience supporting children with additional needs
Knowledge of EY learning and development approaches
What We Offer
Friendly and supportive working environment
Opportunities for training and professional development
Competitive salary based on experience
The chance to make a meaningful difference in early childhood 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 Stafford (ST16), please send your CV or expression of interest to
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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