Level 2 Nursery Teaching Assistant - September 2026 Start

Level 2 Nursery Teaching Assistant - September 2026 Start (NF-68-1)

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, England. Sector: Education & Training. Salary £140.00 to £200.00 per hour. Benefits: flexibility and bonus.

Great Ayton, Middlesbrough. Start Date: September 2026. Hours per week: 27.5 (Term Time Only + 5 Training Days). Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2027.

Working Hours

• Monday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
• Tuesday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
• Wednesday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
• Thursday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
• Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm

The Role

• Support children within the nursery setting through play based learning activities.
• Assist the Room Leader in creating an engaging, stimulating, and inviting learning environment.
• Support children's welfare, development, and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and families.
• Encourage children to develop confidence, independence, and curiosity.
• Contribute positively to the nursery team and wider school community.

We're Looking For

• Level 2 Early Years Qualification (essential).
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
• A caring, patient, and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational skills and initiative.
• A positive attitude and genuine passion for supporting young children.
• Someone who brings energy, enthusiasm, and a smile every day.

What You'll Receive

• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Membership of a relevant pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Lifestyle savings and wellbeing benefits.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children's early learning journey.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks. We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.