Level 3 Nursery Assistant

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join one of our primary schools in Northamptonshire and join their Early Years team on a full-time basis. This opportunity would be to start as soon as possible on a short term temporary basis with the possibility of turning into a long term role. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality early years education, ensuring children receive the best possible start to their learning journey.

You will work closely with teachers and other staff to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. The primary school are committed in providing children''s with a broad and balanced curriculum that enables them to develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to become successful and independent learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Create a safe, caring, and inclusive environment that promotes children''s wellbeing and development
• Encourage children''s learning through play, exploration, and structured activities
• Observe, assess, and record children''s progress, contributing to learning journals and reports
• Support children''s communication, language, personal, social, and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with teachers and Early Years staff to deliver a high-quality curriculum
• Promote positive behaviour and support children in developing independence and confidence
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and carers to support learning and development
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times in line with school policy
• Contribute to classroom preparation, organisation of resources, and learning environments

Specification

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification (essential)
• Experience working within Early Years or nursery settings (school-based experience desirable)
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Passionate about supporting children''s early development and learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Caring, patient, and positive approach to working with young children
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

If you are passionate about Early Years education and meet the Level 3 qualification requirement, we would love to hear from you.