This is an amazing opportunity for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, unique school from Summer 2026 as we journey together to improve opportunities and outcomes for our children and staff so that we can all be the best that we can be. Howes Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All our staff undergo DBS enhanced checks. What is the job role? We are looking for an inspirational person who: Has the children’s learning and well-being at the heart of everything that they do Has excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with people tactfully and confidentially Has experience working in schools with children or young people Has energy and enthusiasm to support our children who deserve nothing but the best Works well as part of a team but can also use their initiative to work independently productively Is a good role model to others If you have the above qualities, we look forward to hearing from you. We encourage you to arrange a visit to the school to see all that we offer our children and staff. To make this arrangement, please contact school on 02476 411711 Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification. Closing date: 03/05/2026 Interview date: 08/05/2026 Who are we looking for? Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.