Early Years Support Staff

As schools and nurseries settle into the winter term, we're looking for warm, caring and enthusiastic individuals to join our Early Years team across Bristol, Bath and Keynsham.

Whether you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner, a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge, or someone keen to gain hands-on experience in Early Years, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're the sort of person who celebrates the little victories, from a child writing their name for the first time to mastering their zip independently, you'll fit right in.

Why Early Years?

The autumn and winter terms are a crucial time for young children as they build confidence, develop social skills and settle into school and nursery routines.

As part of the team, you'll help create the positive experiences that shape a child's love of learning from the very beginning.

What Your Days Could Look Like ✨

No two days are ever the same in Early Years.

You could be:

• Supporting children across Nursery, Reception and Early KS1
• Working on a 1:1 basis or with small groups
• Encouraging language development, communication and confidence
• Helping children learn through play, exploration and creativity
• Supporting routines, snack times and transitions throughout the day
• Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy activities
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment
• Celebrating every milestone, big or small

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Opportunities with local schools and nurseries
• Friendly consultants who take the time to get to know you
• Easy-to-use booking and availability system
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities
• Long-term and short-term positions available
• £50 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Pay & Location

• £14.30 - £15.25 per hour
• Bristol, Bath, Keynsham and surrounding areas
• November and ongoing opportunities available

You'll Be a Great Fit If You...

• Love working with children aged 2-5
• Are patient, nurturing and approachable
• Enjoy getting involved in play-based learning
• Can build positive relationships with young children
• Are creative, energetic and hands-on
• Understand the importance of early childhood development
• Have experience supporting children with a range of needs, including SEND, or are eager to learn
• Want to make a positive impact every day

Whether you're qualified or bringing transferable skills from childcare, care work, youth work or other child-focused environments, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Need to Clear You

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address
• CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any explained gaps
• References covering the last 2 years (including childcare references where applicable)
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more in the past 5 years

Ready to Make a Difference This November?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day brings new smiles, new achievements and new opportunities to support young learners, we'd love to help you find the right school or nursery.

Apply today and start your next Early Years adventure with Protocol Education this November. ✨

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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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