Nursery Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant who thrives in a structured, high-expectation environment?

We’re working with a fantastic primary school in the CF24 area who are seeking a strong Nursery Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education and committed to maintaining the very best standards of care, learning, and behaviour.

The School

This Cardiff primary school is known for its high expectations, consistency, and strong sense of community. Staff are supportive but expect excellence — routines are well established, behaviour is managed firmly but fairly, and the Early Years setting runs with clear structure and purpose. Every member of staff plays a crucial role in ensuring children feel safe, valued, and ready to learn every day.

The leadership team are hands-on and expect Teaching Assistants to share their drive for progress, professionalism, and consistency. In return, you’ll be fully supported, valued as part of the team, and encouraged to continually develop your skills.

Your Role

You’ll work alongside the Nursery Teacher to provide high-quality support in all areas of the EYFS curriculum. You’ll help create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow within clear routines and expectations.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting learning through structured play and guided activities

• Encouraging language, social, and emotional development

• Assisting with phonics, early number work, and creative sessions

• Following routines for snack, toileting, and outdoor play

• Supporting behaviour management and positive reinforcement

• Contributing to observations and recording progress

• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in EYFS or Nursery settings (school-based experience preferred)

• Confident, consistent, and proactive in managing routines and expectations

• Nurturing but firm, able to set clear boundaries

• Organised and reliable, with strong attention to detail

• Professional and adaptable, able to follow the school’s policies and ethos

• Committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential

Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 in Childcare/Education are desirable, but experience and attitude are equally valued.

Location & Transport

The school is based in CF24, easily accessible by public transport and with parking for drivers.

How to Apply

If you’re a strong Nursery TA who can bring structure, positivity, and reliability to a high-performing Early Years setting, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your place at this thriving Cardiff school and make a real impact in children’s earliest stages of learning.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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