Early Years Assistant

We are recruiting for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant to join a welcoming Early Years setting, working primarily with children aged 1–2 years.

This is a fantastic permanent, term-time only opportunity offering an excellent work-life balance, with a four-day working week from Monday to Thursday and a 4pm finish. The role would suit an Early Years professional who enjoys supporting younger children during an important stage of their learning and development.

You will be:

Supporting the care, learning and development of children aged 1–2 years

Helping to create a warm, safe and nurturing environment

Supporting engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS

Encouraging children's early communication, independence and social development

Supporting children's individual routines and needs throughout the day

Building positive and trusting relationships with children and their families

Supporting observations and monitoring children's progress

Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and professional practice

Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality Early Years provision

Contributing positively to the day-to-day running of the setting

The successful candidate will have experience or a genuine interest in working within Early Years, particularly with younger children. Level 3 qualified candidates can also be considered. You will be patient, nurturing and reliable, with strong communication and teamwork skills and a genuine passion for supporting children's early development.

Salary: £19,360 per annum
Contract: Permanent, term-time only
Working days: Monday–Thursday
Hours: 8:00am–4:00pm
Age group: Primarily 1–2 years

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About UCM Education:

UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment

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