Early Years Teaching Assistant

New Directions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Leeds is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant dedicated to nurturing and supporting young children in Nursery and Reception classes. This role includes creating an engaging learning environment and collaborating with teachers and parents to ensure the best outcomes for children. With responsibilities ranging from supporting curriculum delivery to managing routines, this is a fulfilling opportunity in the education sector.

Benefits

Dedicated Account Manager

Competitive rates of pay

Potential long-term teaching roles

Full compliance with Agency Workers Regulation

Network of branches across the UK

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a Nursery or Reception setting.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualifications are essential.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum.
• Assist with setting up and leading indoor and outdoor activities.
• Contribute to observations and assessments to track children’s progress.

Skills

Nurturing attitude

Communication

Proactivity

Reliability

Child development understanding

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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New Directions are currently recruiting for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to work across Nursery and Reception in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Leeds. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated Early Years team committed to providing the very best start in life for every child.

You will work closely with class teachers and other Early Years staff to support learning through both structured activities and child-initiated play. The role involves helping to create a warm, engaging, and supportive environment in which young children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.

Early Years Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum
• Assist with setting up and leading a variety of engaging indoor and outdoor activities
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to support language, social, and physical development
• Contribute to observations and assessments to track children’s progress
• Help manage routines including snack time, toileting, and transitions
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals

Early Years Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Has experience working with young children, ideally within a Nursery or Reception setting
• Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification or equivalent
• Demonstrates a nurturing, patient, and positive attitude
• Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Is proactive, reliable, and able to use initiative
• Communicates effectively with both children and adults

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• 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 Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• 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 (formerly CRB) check.

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New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.