We are seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young children, helping them to develop a love for learning during their formative years.
Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Nelson
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
- Provide individual and small-group support to pupils, promoting confidence, independence, and curiosity.
- Help to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
- Assist with the preparation of resources, activities, and displays.
- Observe, record, and contribute to children’s progress and development.
- Support with care routines and ensure safeguarding and welfare are at the heart of everything you do.
About You:
We are looking for someone who is:
- Enthusiastic, caring, and committed to supporting young children’s learning and development.
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Patient, flexible, and adaptable to meet the varying needs of children.
- Ideally qualified to Level 2/3 in Childcare/Early Years Education (or working towards this).
- Experienced in an EYFS or primary setting (desirable, but not essential for the right candidate).
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A chance to be part of a school/setting where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV, outlining all the relevant experience you have supporting children within an Early Years setting.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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