Early Years Teaching Assistant - Nantwich

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | September 2026 Start

Salary: £500 - £560 per week (£100-£115 per day)

Are you graduating with a 2:1 degree or above and looking to begin a rewarding career working with young children?

Whether you're aspiring to become a Primary Teacher, Early Years Practitioner, Educational Psychologist or another child-focused professional, this Early Years Teaching Assistant opportunity offers the perfect first step.

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Nantwich (CW5) is looking for an enthusiastic and caring Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their EYFS team from

September 2026.

Working alongside experienced teachers and Early Years practitioners, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting children during the most important stage of their learning and development, helping them build the confidence, curiosity and essential skills they'll carry throughout their education.

What's On Offer?

• Full-time role (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm)
• Term-time only
• Long-term opportunity within a welcoming and supportive primary school
• Weekly pay of £500–£560
• Ongoing mentoring from experienced teachers and Early Years practitioners
• Valuable experience within the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Opportunities to support creative, play-based learning every day
• Excellent preparation for Primary Teacher Training, Early Years careers and other child-focused professions
• Friendly school community with a collaborative and supportive culture
• Convenient Nantwich (CW5) location

What You'll Be Doing

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children throughout the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Deliver engaging, play-based learning activities that encourage curiosity and creativity.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help children achieve key developmental milestones.
• Support the development of early literacy, numeracy, communication and language skills.
• Encourage confidence, independence, positive behaviour and social development.
• Help prepare exciting learning resources and maintain a stimulating classroom environment.
• Support observations and assessments in line with the EYFS framework.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parents to ensure every child receives the support they need.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this opportunity, you'll need:

• A 2:1 degree or above (or be predicted to achieve one).
• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• A positive, proactive and professional attitude.
• The ability to build strong relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• An ambition to pursue a long-term career within education or child development.
• The right to work in the UK.

Previous experience working with young children in a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting is desirable but not essential. We're looking for graduates with the enthusiasm, commitment and potential to make a lasting impact during the earliest stages of a child's education.

Start Your Career in Early Years Education

If you're an ambitious graduate with a 2:1 degree or above who is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your Early Years Teaching Assistant position for September 2026.

Location: Nantwich (CW5)

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