Early Years Teaching Assistant - Level 3 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Hours:Term-time only, Monday-Friday, 11:15am-6:00pm Salary: £25,035 - £25,454 (FTE) - Permanent Start Date: September 2025 Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic Early Years professional? We're looking for a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to support Reception-aged children during the school day and lead engaging activities in our After School Club. What You'll Do: Support Reception class learning through small group and 1:1 activities Deliver phonics, literacy, numeracy, and creative sessions Use online journals (e.g. Tapestry) to track and support children's development Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment Plan and lead fun, age-appropriate activities during After School Club hours ✅ What You'll Need: Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE Diploma) Strong understanding of the EYFS framework Experience with phonics schemes and online learning journals GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) A passion for early childhood education and teamwork Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) What's on Offer: Supportive and friendly working environment Free school lunches & eye tests Pension scheme & Cycle to Work scheme Staff fee discount for school admissions Access to Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities for professional development Key Dates: Apply by: Tuesday 1st July 2025 How to Apply: Email a letter of interest and CV Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk