Early Years Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NE4 5NS |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 24 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Early Years Assistant
Newcastle
ASAP
£14.50 - £15.00 per hour
TeacherActive is working with a nursery in Newcastle that is looking for a passionate Early Years Assistant to join their team. The nursery provides a supportive environment where children are encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and early learning skills.
The Early Years Assistant position is a temporary, full-time role starting ASAP, supporting children throughout their daily nursery routines and activities. You will work alongside the existing nursery team to provide engaging learning experiences, supervise play, support children's personal care and help maintain a safe and stimulating environment.
The successful Early Years Assistant will have:
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant equivalent is highly desirable
• Previous experience working with children within a nursery or Early Years setting
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with young children
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are an Early Years Assistant looking for a full-time nursery opportunity in Newcastle, click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Michael Puckering
michael.puckering@teacheractive.com
0191 580 7888
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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