Early Years Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive daily pay

Opportunities across North Somerset

Supportive consultants

Online timesheet system

Referral bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking EYFS Teaching Assistants to join a number of welcoming primary schools across North Somerset from November onwards. The role supports children in their early learning journey, in classrooms, small groups, and one-to-one settings, with a focus on nurturing, play-based development.

We offer flexible work to suit your availability, competitive daily pay, and a simple online timesheet system.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in EYFS, nursery, childcare or similar settings.
• Patient, nurturing and positive attitude.
• Confidence supporting learning through play and structured activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of children's individual needs, including SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support children as they take their first steps through education in a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Assist in classroom, small groups, and one-to-one sessions with experienced teachers.
• Help children sound out words, develop early maths skills, and build confidence and independence.
• Facilitate stories, outdoor learning, and imaginative play to support development.

Skills

EYFS experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

SEND awareness

Job description

We're working closely with a number of welcoming primary schools across North Somerset who are looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistants to join their teams from November onwards. With multiple opportunities available, whether you're looking for flexible work, a longer-term placement, or your next step in education, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're someone who celebrates every milestone, enjoys getting stuck into creative activities, and loves helping children learn through play, you'll fit right in.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you'll support children as they take their first steps through education, helping to create a positive, nurturing and engaging learning environment. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, supporting pupils within the classroom, in small groups, and on a one-to-one basis.

No two days are the same. One moment you'll be helping a child sound out their first words, the next you'll be encouraging imaginative play, supporting early maths skills, or helping little learners build confidence, independence and friendships.

Expect plenty of stories, messy play, outdoor learning and those magical moments when a child's hard work finally clicks.

At Protocol Education, we know that finding the right role matters. That's why we take the time to understand what you're looking for and match you with schools where you'll feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

Why choose Protocol Education?

• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
• Opportunities across North Somerset and surrounding areas
• Supportive consultants who genuinely care
• Easy-to-use online timesheet and booking system

£50 referral bonus when you recommend a teacher.

Pay

£92 - £105 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)

What we're looking for

• Experience working with children in EYFS, nursery, childcare or similar settings
• A patient, nurturing and positive attitude
• Confidence supporting learning through play and structured activities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An understanding of children's individual needs, including SEND
• A genuine passion for helping young children develop and succeed

What we need to clear you

• Passport/proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address (e.g. driving licence, utility bill or council tax statement)
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the past two years
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for three months or more within the last five years

Ready for a fresh start this November?

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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