Job description

Nursery Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets

Location: Tower Hamlets
Pay: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Hours: 8:30 am – 3:45 pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-term | Full-time


Do you have a passion for nurturing young children during their early years of learning and development?

We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a warm and welcoming nursery team in a highly regarded primary school in Tower Hamlets. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an Outstanding Ofsted-rated setting where you’ll help children thrive both academically and emotionally.


Your Role:

As a Nursery TA, you’ll play a key role in supporting both individual children and small groups. Your day-to-day will include:

  • Supporting children through structured play and early learning activities.

  • Providing 1:1 support where needed to encourage development and engagement.

  • Assisting with nappy changing and ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety.

  • Helping create a fun, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.

  • Working closely with teachers and staff to deliver effective learning.

  • Supporting children’s emotional well-being, social skills, and independence.


✅ What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience in a Nursery or Early Years setting.

  • Confident in providing personal care and nappy changing.

  • A kind, patient, and proactive personality.

  • Ability to run or assist with small group sessions and 1:1 support.

  • Great communication and teamwork skills.

  • An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.


What’s in it for You?

  • Competitive daily pay.

  • Access to CPD training and development opportunities.

  • Long-term position with the potential for progression.

  • Join a supportive school that values its staff.

  • Work with an ethical, independent education agency that puts people first.


Safeguarding is a top priority for this role. All candidates must pass thorough background checks and hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service.


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