Teaching Assistant- Nursery
Teaching Assistant Nursery Practitioner
Location: Liverpool (L24)
Start Date: January
Contract: Full time
Milk Education is urgently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and forward-thinking school-based nursery in the Liverpool (L24) area. This full-time position is based in the baby room and suits someone with strong early years experience who can start quickly.
About the Setting:
The nursery employs a blended approach to early education, combining child-initiated exploration with purposeful adult-led learning. Continuous provision is planned with care so each child can access a rich and engaging curriculum indoors and outdoors. The environment is communication-friendly, supportive and inclusive, helping children feel safe, confident and ready to grow.
The Role of Teaching Assistant Nursery Practitioner:
You will work with babies from around nine months old and support their social, emotional, physical and early academic development. You will build warm interactions, encourage curiosity and guide children toward early milestones through sensory activities, outdoor learning and play-based experiences.
Key Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant Nursery Practitioner:
• Provide high-quality care and support for babies
• Deliver activities linked to the EYFS and tailored to individual needs
• Encourage outdoor learning and exploration
• Act as a Key Person and build strong relationships with families
• Observe and record children’s progress
• Maintain a safe, calm and well-organised environment
• Promote an inclusive atmosphere where every child is valued
• Follow safeguarding policies at all times
Requirements to be a Teaching Assistant Nursery Practitioner:
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification
• Experience in a nursery setting, ideally with babies
• Warm, caring and responsive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good understanding of EYFS, child development and safeguarding
• Ability to support a play-based, child-led curriculum
Benefits to YOU:
1. Excellent rates of pay!
2. Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.
3. Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
4. 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
5. Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
6. Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card
7. Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
8. FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
9. FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!
10. School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements!
11. 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.
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Email your CV to or call 0151 519 0800 today.