Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School · Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber
The Governing Body of Brierley CE (VC) Primary School warmly
invites invite applications for an exceptional,
enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support our
brand-new nursery provision,
opening in September 2026.
This is a rare and
exciting opportunity for a committed and nurturing practitioner to play a key
role in supporting the development of a new nursery from the very beginning, as
part of our already well-respected, friendly and vibrant school community.
At Brierley, we
believe every child deserves the very best. We are deeply committed to ensuring
all pupils grow and thrive, reaching their full potential academically,
socially, personally, physically and spiritually within a nurturing, inclusive
and supportive Church school environment.
About the Role
We
are seeking a passionate Early Years practitioner who will:
Support the delivery of the Early
Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum Help create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive
environment where young children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities, both
indoors and outdoors Provide emotional
support and care, helping children to develop confidence, independence
and positive relationships Work closely with the class teacher to support
high-quality teaching and learning Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the
nursery provision Build strong, positive relationships with children,
parents, carers and colleagues
About You
The successful candidate will:
Be an enthusiastic, caring and reflective Early Years practitioner Have a good understanding of child
development and how young children learn Be well organised and able to work effectively as part of a team Be proactive, motivated and committed to high-quality Early Years
practice Be able to nurture and support children through a child-centred approach Be fully committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child Support and uphold the school’s Christian ethos