Teaching Assistant (early Years)

Wakefield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Teaching Assistant Vacancies - 4 Posts

31.25 hours per week | Start Date: As soon as possible



Due to increasing numbers of children, the

Federation of Crigglestone Nursery School and The Castle Nursery School

is expanding! We are looking for

four enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants

to join our inspiring team.

2 posts

- Crigglestone Nursery School (Preschool Room, 2-3 yrs)

1 post

- The Castle Nursery School (Preschool Room, 2-3 yrs)

1 post

- The Castle Nursery School (Enhanced SEND Provision, The Garden Room*)

About Us



We are proud

Curiosity Approach

and

maintained nursery school

settings, offering children awe-inspiring environments where curiosity, play, and imagination drive learning. Our inclusive ethos celebrates diversity, with all staff seen as "teachers of SEND." Working with us is a unique privilege and an opportunity to help shape the future for every child.

What We're Looking For



? Level 3 Early Years qualification (or higher)
? Experience in Early Years (SEND experience desirable)
? Passion for play-based, curiosity-led learning
? Team player with energy, creativity, and warmth

Why Join Us?



Work in two very special

maintained nursery schools

Be part of a caring, collaborative, and skilled team Fantastic

CPD opportunities

to develop your career Make a lasting impact on children at a vital stage in their development

Key Details



Hours:

31.25 per week (8.45am - 3.30pm)

Salary:

FTE 25,585 - 25,989 (Actual for TTO 18,067 - 18,353)

Closing Date:

22nd October 2025

Interviews:

6th November 2025

How to Apply



A full application pack can be found here:

https://wamdcli.webitrent.com/wamdcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=yyVr497705&WVID=WPst203740

Please return completed applications to:

Email:

kquinn@crigglestonecastle.wakefield.sch.uk


Post: Crigglestone Nursery School, High Street, Crigglestone, WF4 3EB

Visits are warmly encouraged--come and experience curiosity in action!

(All posts are subject to DBS and safeguarding checks.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 13.26-13.47 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

Do you have a childcare qualification? Do you hold a Paediatric First Aid qualification or are you willing to undertake this within 3 months of joining our Federation?
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3814406
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Wakefield, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned