Job Description

Nursery Teaching Assistants - Mainstream Primary Schools and Nurseries
South Croydon & Surrey | Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities
Make a difference. Inspire little learners. Help every child thrive.
Are you passionate about Early Years education and helping young children develop, learn and reach their full potential?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a range of welcoming mainstream primary schools and nurseries across South Croydon and Surrey who are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Teaching Assistants to support children within their Early Years settings.
These roles offer the opportunity to work closely with nursery-aged children, supporting their early development, communication, social skills and school readiness through engaging activities and a nurturing learning environment.
Whether you already have experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting, or are looking to build a rewarding career in education, we have a variety of part-time and full-time opportunities to suit your experience and availability.
If you're caring, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young children get the best possible start to their education, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role:
  • Support the delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework.
  • Assist children with their early learning, communication, language and social development.
  • Support children with their personal care, including toileting, changing and mealtimes where required.
  • Encourage children's independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
  • Work alongside Nursery Teachers and Early Years practitioners to support children's individual learning and development.
  • Help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.
  • Support indoor and outdoor learning through play-based activities.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • At least 3 months' experience working with children in an educational, nursery, childcare or care setting.
  • Ideally hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (desirable).
  • Previous experience working as a Nursery Assistant, Nursery Practitioner or Teaching Assistant.
  • A good understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development.
  • Confident supporting children's personal care and day-to-day needs.
  • Patient, nurturing and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for working with young children.
  • Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
  • Available Monday to Friday.
Pay: £93 for candidates at the start of their early-years career up to £105 for experienced L3 Teaching Assistants.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London and Surrey. You will benefit from:
  • Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE - No Umbrella Companies deducting from your earnings!
  • The exposure and opportunity to work across different primary schools and Early Years settings.
  • Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via our partnership with The National College - https://www.twrecruitment.com/schools/the-national-college
  • Online diary to manage your availability.
  • Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant with 7+ years' experience.
  • Direct communication - option to liaise with your consultant via SMS/WhatsApp (optional).
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions from initial contract work.
If you're passionate about Early Years education and ready to make a positive impact on children's early development, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your updated CV to be considered!