Kirkley Nursery and Centre of Excellence– Consortium Trust Address: Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 0LU Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours: Between 8am – 5.30pm, morning and afternoon sessions, or whole days Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 0289 Due to our increasing number of children, we need you to join the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team at our facility Kirkley Nursery and Centre of Excellence within Kirkley Children’s Centre. You will support the Head of Service EYFS in the delivery of exceptional provision, showing best practice and assist in the training of colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and share best practice in modern facilities. We are looking for Level 3 Teaching Assistants who: have current knowledge of EYFS requirements, policy and legislation are able to assist with the planning and delivery of the curriculum using the EYFS curriculum for guidance. have a real passion and drive for working with and educating children demonstrate outstanding classroom practice hold a relevant level 3 or above childcare qualification can commit to attendance at regular safeguarding training sessions are able to adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines are able to maintain confidentiality have good Maths, English and ICT skills can demonstrate good communication skills, both verbally and in writing can use own initiative and support day-to-day nursery room routines are skilled in supporting children’s learning, including pupils with SEND has a desire to progress professional development and skills and to participate in nursery and Trust CPD opportunities has a good understanding of safeguarding processes and procedures believe in building strong Parent Partnerships to provide cohesive learning to children is willing to travel to other school sites as required Qualifications: Level 3 or higher in Early Years Childcare Grade C /4 Maths and English. Good level of computer literacy. Paediatric First Aid (preferable) For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf). Please contact April Bunn, by either emailing office.kirkley@consortiumtrust.org.uk or by calling 01502 273118. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to office.kirkley@consortiumtrust.org.uk. Closing date: 28 July 2025. The Consortium Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.