What skills and experience we're looking for
In January 2026, our preschool will be opening and we are looking for an experienced early years teaching assistant to join our fabulous team.
Candidates must have:
* An Early Years Level 3 qualification which is considered ‘full and relevant’ according to the EYFS Framework (follow link for details – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-an-early-years-qualification)
* Experience of working with children aged 0-5
We are looking for someone who:
* Has the ability to work in a team, communicate with others, be flexible and work off their own initiative
* Has excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum requirements
* Understands the importance of learning through play
* Is positive, enthusiastic, caring and kind
* Is adaptable and flexible
* Has experience of working with children with SEND
* Has a commitment to safeguarding children
* Has a good awareness of procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection
* Is committed to a strong partnership between home and school
* Has the ability to establish good professional relationships with parents, children, governors and colleagues
* Has a willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the school
What the school offers its staff
* Has happy, well-behaved, confident and hardworking children who are a joy to teach
* Has a dedicated, caring and motivated team of staff who work together to provide an excellent education for all our pupils
* Values opportunities for CPD and encourages staff to continue to learn and develop their knowledge and skills
Further details about the role
Working daily during term time, Monday to Friday you will work closely with the classroom teaching team as well as the After School Club Leader. The hours will be from 11:15am until 6:00pm and will include supporting children throughout lunchtime, through the afternoon session and in the After School Club.
For any candidates looking for additional hours working in school we are also looking for a qualified Level 3 candidate to work in our Breakfast club, which runs from 7:30-8:40 daily.
The successful candidate will:
* Have a Level 3 NVQ teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification, covering EYFS
* Enjoy engaging with young children to deliver high quality play
* Have experience of working with infant aged children
* Be an excellent communicator with adults and children alike
* Be flexible and able to adapt to different situations
* Have leadership skills and be able to lead and support the After School Club Team
* Be organised and able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team
To ensure consistency for the children we would ideally like someone to work Monday – Friday from 11:15am – 6:00pm and be present for all sessions. However there may be a little flexibility with days and hours for the right candidate so if you are interested please contact school and ask to speak to Lucy Hawkins, Headteacher on 0114 2304094 or email enquiries@nethergreen-inf.sheffield.sch.uk.
Candidates are welcome to visit the school and should telephone the school office on 0114 230 4094 to make an appointment. Application forms can be downloaded and should be returned to enquiries@nethergreen-inf.sheffield.sch.uk.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates should be aware that online searches may be performed as part of the pre-recruitment checks. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We value our diverse workforce and aim to work together to make the most of our differences. We welcome applications from everyone. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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