Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Thornton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD courses

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Pension contributions

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are partnering with a welcoming primary school in Thornton to recruit an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant for a long-term position. You will work with the class teacher to support learning, development, and wellbeing within the EYFS setting.

The role offers ongoing consultant support, weekly PAYE pay, and CPD opportunities. All applicants need relevant qualifications and a valid enhanced DBS check; safeguarding training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young children in EYFS or similar settings.
• Passion for Early Years education and play-based learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Relevant Level 2/3 or CACHE/NVQ qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development under the class teacher.
• Assist with play-based activities and routines.
• Promote children's wellbeing and social interactions.
• Contribute to a nurturing EYFS environment.

Skills

Play-based learning

Classroom support

Child wellbeing

Positive relationships

Patience & nurturing

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare Qualification

Early Years Practitioner Qualification

CACHE/NVQ Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young children during the most important stages of their education?

Teaching Personnel are currently working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Thornton that is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a positive impact in an Early Years classroom. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support children's learning, development, and wellbeing within the EYFS setting. You will help create engaging learning experiences, encourage positive social interactions, and support children as they develop key early learning skills.

• Have experience working with young children in a school, nursery, preschool, childcare, or similar setting.
• Be confident supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and a nurturing approach.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Have a genuine passion for Early Years education.

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Qualification.
• Early Years Practitioner Qualification.
• CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent Early Years/Childcare qualification.

While qualifications are desirable, applications from individuals with relevant experience working with young children are also welcomed.

• Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses through the Teaching Personnel Academy.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Pension contributions and employee benefits.

If you're looking for a rewarding long-term role within a friendly primary school and have the passion and enthusiasm to support children in their early educational journey, we'd love to hear from you.

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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