Early Years TA | Flexible Hours & Exciting Long-Term Roles

New Directions; Ledston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A dedicated and expert Account Manager

Regular and varied supply work

Competitive rates of pay

Potential long-term teaching roles

Full compliance with the Agency Worker

Regulation (AWR)

A network of branches across the UK

Preferred supplier to more than 20 UK_

Job summary

New Directions Education is seeking experienced Early Years Teaching Assistants to support Nursery and Reception children across Leeds. You will assist teachers, foster learning through play, and help children develop essential communication and social skills in a caring, inclusive setting.

The role offers both full-time consistency and part-time flexibility, with opportunities for regular supply work and potential long-term roles within a trusted education network.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in an Early Years or school setting.
• A caring, patient, and positive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant childcare or education qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Nursery and Reception classes.
• Encourage learning through play and engaging activities.
• Help develop children’s communication, social, and emotional skills.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering exciting and creative lessons.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Childcare qualification desirable

Job description

New Directions Education is seeking experienced Early Years Teaching Assistants to support Nursery and Reception children across Leeds. You will assist teachers, foster learning through play, and help children develop essential communication and social skills in a caring, inclusive setting.

The role offers both full-time consistency and part-time flexibility, with opportunities for regular supply work and potential long-term roles within a trusted education network.