Early Years Assistants

Company: TeacherActive
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Are you an enthusiastic Early Years Assistant looking for flexible, part‑time work to fit around your studies?

Do you have a passion for supporting young children in a nursery setting?

Are you reliable, adaptable, and confident stepping into different childcare environments on a day‑to‑day basis?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming private day nurseries across York, all of which provide nurturing and stimulating environments for children in their early years. These settings are ideal for students looking to gain hands‑on experience while supporting children s development through play‑based learning.

TeacherActive is looking to take on proactive Early Years Assistants on a flexible, part‑time, day‑to‑day basis. The successful Early Years Assistants will be supporting across various nursery settings, working with children from babies to pre‑school age, assisting with daily routines and ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience working with children in a nursery or childcare setting
  • A basic understanding of the EYFS framework
  • Ability to adapt to different nursery environments
  • A positive and proactive attitude
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme – Terms and Conditions apply
  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
  • Market‑leading rates of pay
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you are paying the right level of tax and national insurance and there is no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash.

About TeacherActive – TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026