Job Description

Vision for Education are seeking caring and enthusiastic EYFS / Nursery Teaching Assistants to support children across primary schools, nurseries, and early years settings in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stone, and the Staffordshire Moorlands. If you enjoy working with young children and are passionate about supporting their early development, we'd love to hear from you.

As an EYFS / Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children within Nursery, Reception, and Early Years settings in line with the EYFS framework.
• Work closely with class teachers, room leaders, and early years staff to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help children develop socially, emotionally, and academically.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and confidence through play-based learning.
• Assist with preparing resources and delivering age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare standards are consistently met.

This role offers flexibility, with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available on both full-time and part-time bases from September 2026.

Our partner schools and nurseries across North Staffordshire provide:

• Supportive and welcoming environments with experienced Early Years teams.
• A strong focus on child-led learning and development.
• Safe, inclusive settings where every child is encouraged to thrive.
• Collaborative teams where Teaching Assistants are valued and supported.

To be considered for the role of EYFS / Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification, NNEB, or another recognised Early Years qualification. (Unqualified applicants with strong relevant experience may also be considered for some roles.)
• Have experience working within a nursery, preschool, or primary school Early Years setting.
• Have a good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Be confident supporting children's learning, development, and behaviour.
• Possess a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).
• Be patient, caring, reliable, and passionate about helping young children flourish.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, and qualifications. As a valued member of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to criteria).
• Pension contributions after a qualifying period.
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE professional development training, including Early Years CPD and funded qualifications through the Edwin Group.
• A generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency supporting schools and early years settings across the UK. We supply high-quality Early Years Practitioners, Teaching Assistants, Teachers, and SEND staff nationwide.

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact:

Joshua Da Costa
Recruitment Consultant Vision for Education
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