Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications Are you a nurturing and proactive individual with a passion for working with young children? We are currently looking for a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team, supporting children across nursery settings in Bolton. This role involves assisting in day-to-day classroom activities, promoting early learning and helping to create a safe and engaging environment for all children. Key Duties: Provide general classroom support to children aged 0–5, helping with activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development. Assist the class teacher with preparation and delivery of age-appropriate learning tasks and play-based activities. Offer support to individual children and small groups, encouraging participation and positive behaviour. Help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-organised learning space in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards. Support with daily routines such as snack time, hygiene and outdoor play. Monitor children’s progress and contribute observations to inform planning and assessments. Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents to support consistent care and communication. Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures to ensure children's welfare at all times. What We’re Looking For: Previous experience working in an early years or nursery setting is highly desirable. A warm, caring attitude with the ability to build trust with young children. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. A sound understanding of EYFS guidelines and early childhood development. Ability to adapt to the needs of different children and respond with patience and flexibility. A relevant childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Childcare or Early Years Education) is preferred. A commitment to safeguarding and child welfare. We Offer: A competitive salary package. Supportive and welcoming nursery environments. Opportunities for further training and career progression. A chance to play a key role in the early development of young children. INDMAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Laurene Pierrot&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013</strong></strong>