At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and development in a nurturing nursery environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Leeds with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly PAYE, career progression, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Long-term role with potential for permanent position and trainee teacher opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while developing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: L2 or L3 childcare qualification and experience with children.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
- Nursery Teaching Assistant
- Leeds
Up to £500 per week depending on experience.
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.
About the role
Connex Education are supporting a mainstream primary school in Leeds helping them appoint an Nursery Teaching Assistant.
This is to work in their nursery on a full-time basis.
The role is suitable for a L2 or L3 qualified childcare professional.
About the school
This welcoming Primary school is in Leeds and provides an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
The Nursery is attached to the school and the hours are school hours 8.30 – 15.30.
It has a supportive team and is OFSTED “good”.
Assignment details
This role is long term assignment starting September 2026 – January 2026 (32.5 hours per week). It has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
- Competitive daily rate.
- PAYE paid weekly.
- Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course
- Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
- Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.
Person Specification
- Have a current DBS on the update service or willing to provide a new one
- Have Maths and English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent
- Hold previous experience of working with children and young people
- Have experience of supporting pupils with SEN needs
- Protected characteristics statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check.
All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities.
We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability.
Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment.
We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation.
All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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Nursery Teaching Assistant in Leeds employer: Connex Education
Connex Education Partnership is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible working environment that allows PMLD Tutors to tailor their schedules while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students with complex needs. With a strong commitment to professional development, including access to a comprehensive Tutor Toolkit and ongoing support, employees are empowered to grow in their roles and achieve excellence in tutoring. The inclusive work culture fosters collaboration with parents and professionals, ensuring a supportive atmosphere where every achievement is celebrated.
