Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: NP26
Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time
Pay: Weekly pay
Teaching Personnel are working with Early Years settings and primary schools in the NP26 area who are seeking a caring, proactive and reliable Early Years Teaching Assistant. This role is suitable for candidates with experience in Early Years classrooms or private nursery environments, where strong childcare and developmental skills are essential.
About the Role
Support children in Nursery and Reception settings
Assist with play-based learning and early development activities
Support children’s social, emotional and communication development
Work 1:1 and in small groups where required
Help with daily routines including snack time, toileting and transitions
Support children during outdoor learning and free-flow play
Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
Work closely with teachers, practitioners and parents
Skills & Experience Required
Experience working in Early Years or private nursery settings
Strong understanding of EYFS framework and child development
Ability to support early communication, language and literacy
Confidence supporting children with ALN/SEN when required
Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety and hygiene procedures
Experience with personal care, toileting and nappy changing
Patient, nurturing and emotionally aware approach
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Proactive and able to use initiative in a busy environment
The Ideal Candidate
Caring, enthusiastic and child-centred
Calm and confident with young children
Reliable, organised and adaptable
Willing to learn and attend CPD training
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
What We Offer
Weekly pay
Opportunities across a range of Early Years and nursery settings
Free CPD including EYFS, Safeguarding and ALN Awareness
Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
Long-term roles and career progression opportunities
If you are passionate about Early Years education and enjoy supporting young children during their most important developmental stages, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
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.
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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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