Nursery Nurses And Teaching Assistants Required

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant – Abergavenny (NP7 Area) - September startLocation: Abergavenny and surrounding NP7 areas

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible opportunities

Pay: Weekly pay (competitive rates)

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a range of Early Years settings and primary schools in the Abergavenny (NP7) area, who are looking to recruit confident, proactive and reliable Early Years Teaching Assistants.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience in Nursery, Reception, or private nursery environments, who are passionate about supporting early development and can bring energy and initiative into the classroom.

About the Role

Support children across Nursery and Reception settings

Deliver and assist with play‐based learning and EYFS activities

Promote children's social, emotional and communication development

Work 1:1 and with small groups, including children with additional needs

Support daily routines including snack time, toileting and transitions

Assist with outdoor learning and free‐flow play

Create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment

Work collaboratively with teachers, practitioners and parents

What We're Looking ForWe're looking for candidates who are not just supportive, but take initiative and actively contribute to the learning environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience in Early Years settings or private nurseries

Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development

Ability to support early language, communication and literacy skills

Confidence supporting children with ALN/SEN needs

Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene standards

Experience with personal care (toileting/nappy changing)

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Proactive, hands‐on approach in a busy environment

Highly Desirable

Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, Childcare diploma)

Experience with speech and language development strategies

Driving licence and access to a vehicle (advantageous in NP7 area)

The Ideal Candidate

Caring, enthusiastic and child‐centred

Confident and calm, able to lead activities when required

Reliable, organised and adaptable

Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or will need to apply)

What We Offer

Weekly pay

Free CPD including EYFS, Safeguarding and ALN training

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel

Long‐term roles with clear progression opportunities

If you're passionate about Early Years education and want a role where you can actively shape children's development while working in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Jess in the Newport Primary team on 01633 370 633 or

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Abergavenny

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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