Nursery Early Years Practitioner - Newham Nursery

6th April start
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago
Expiring 24th July
Newham, London
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Summary We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming nursery in Newham. This full-time role is integral to supporting our commitment to providing high-quality early years education grounded in respect, curiosity, and individualised learning. Working within a vibrant team, you will help create a safe, stimulating environment where young children can explore, learn, and develop their full potential. The position is available from April to July, with working hours from either 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. This opportunity aligns with our ethos of fostering inclusive, child-centred education inspired by the values of kindness, curiosity, and lifelong learning. Key Responsibilities - Support the delivery of high-quality early years education in accordance with the school's philosophy, ensuring children feel valued, safe, and supported in their individualised learning journeys. - Assist in planning and implementing engaging activities that promote children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development, reflecting the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals. - Provide 1:1 support for children with specific needs, ensuring tailored assistance that promotes inclusion and independence. - Support the setting up and tidying away of resources and learning environments to maintain a welcoming, well-organised nursery space aligned with health and safety standards. - Collaborate with teachers and other staff to observe, record, and report on children's progress, contributing to personalised learning plans. - Promote positive behaviour and social skills, modelling respectful communication and encouraging children to develop their self-regulation and interpersonal skills. - Assist with daily routines, including meal times, nappy changing, and outdoor play, ensuring they are carried out in a caring and respectful manner. - Uphold the school's values of kindness, respect, and curiosity in all interactions with children, families, and colleagues, fostering an inclusive and supportive nursery community. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.