Job description
Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £93+ per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Part-time / Full-time
Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity in Sittingbourne? Do you have a passion for supporting young children during the crucial early years of their education and helping them build strong foundations for future learning?
GSL Education Kent are delighted to be working with a welcoming primary school in Sittingbourne to recruit a committed Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
This three-form entry primary school is committed to providing an outstanding education by placing equal importance on pupils' wellbeing and academic success. With excellent facilities, extensive outdoor spaces, and a broad, engaging curriculum, the school offers a stimulating environment where children are inspired to learn, grow, and flourish. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school continues to build on its strong reputation through high expectations, supportive relationships, and a genuine commitment to every pupil's success.
As a Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support children within the nursery setting through play-based and structured learning activities
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging Early Years lessons and activities
- Encourage children's social, emotional, and communication development
- Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, nurturing learning environment
- Support early phonics, literacy, numeracy, and language development
- Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents to support children's progress
To be considered for this Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant role, you should:
- Ideally hold a Level 3 Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification (although applications from candidates without this qualification will be considered)
- Have experience working with young children within an Early Years, nursery, or primary school setting
- Be patient, caring, and passionate about supporting children's development
- Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Hold an Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities
- Dedicated consultants who provide ongoing support throughout your placement
- Access to professional development and training opportunities
- The opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive primary school community
Please note that this Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced child DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency dedicated to providing high-quality teaching and support staff to schools across Kent.
To be considered for this Nursery EYFS Teaching Assistant role, please click 'apply' and submit a full, up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
For more information on this role, or other upcoming opportunities, please contact Georgina at the GSL Education Kent office.