Nursery Teaching Assistant

Job description

Nursery Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Long-Term)Location: Central Stockport

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a resilient and experienced Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in central Stockport. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about early years education and has strong experience supporting children with SEND and challenging behaviour.

You will be working within a Nursery setting, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping to create a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children within a Nursery setting on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support pupils with SEND
• Manage and support challenging behaviour effectively and positively
• Assist in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate activities
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with SEND, ideally within an Early Years setting
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, flexible, and committed attitude

What We Offer:

• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Supportive and experienced school staff team
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in the early stages of a child's education, particularly supporting those who need additional care and guidance.

To apply for this role, please contact Matt on

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stockport

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £96.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English