Job Description
Are you a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in the Harrogate area?
New Directions Education is currently recruiting dedicated Early Years (EYFS) Teaching Assistants to work on a supply basis across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools in Harrogate.
About the Role
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant on supply, you will support young learners in Nursery and Reception settings, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
You will play a key role in supporting children’s early development, learning through play, and building strong foundations in communication, social skills, and independence.
This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking flexible working patterns while gaining experience across a variety of schools.
Key Responsibilities
Support children in Nursery and Reception classes
Assist with play-based learning activities aligned with the EYFS framework
Support children’s social, emotional, and communication development
Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
Support early development in phonics, numeracy, and fine/gross motor skills
Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with young children in an EYFS setting (school, nursery, or childcare)
A warm, nurturing, and patient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A good understanding of the EYFS framework (desirable)
A flexible and proactive attitude to working in different schools
A genuine passion for supporting early childhood development
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Childcare or Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential.
If you’re passionate about supporting young children at the start of their educational journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today or contact the New Directions Education team for more information.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
1. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
2. Regular and varied supply work
3. Competitive rates of pay
4. Potential long-term teaching roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
8. Recommend-a-friend scheme
9. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Leeds branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.