Early Years Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant in Weston-Super-Mare. The role involves supporting children's learning and development in a safe, stimulating environment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in an early year setting, a nurturing demeanor, and an understanding of the EYFS Curriculum. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive team culture, making it perfect for those passionate about early childhood education.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses and resources

Flexible working arrangements

Focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an early year setting (school or nursery).
• Understanding of the Early Years foundation stage (EYFS) Curriculum.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the class.
• Promote children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support early learning goals.
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all the children at all times.
• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging activities.

Skills

Patient approach

Nurturing nature

Enthusiastic

Communication skills

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location: Weston-Super-Mare

Salary: £90-£100 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date: January 2026

Are you passionate about giving young children the best possible start in life? Do you have a nurturing nature and a creative approach to learning?

We are looking for a caring, energetic and committed Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and supportive early years team. You will play a key role in helping children thrive during their foundation stage by supporting their learning, development, and well‑being in a safe and stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the class
• Promote children's personal, social and emotional development
• Work with individuals and small groups to support early learning goals, including communication, literacy and numeracy
• Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all the children at all times
• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging, age‑appropriate activities

Requirements

• Previous experience working in an early year setting (school or nursery)
• A patient, nurturing and enthusiastic approach
• Understanding of the Early Years foundation stage (EYFS) Curriculum
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Why Tradewind

Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice

• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you – daily supply, long‑term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' and attach your CV to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Weston-Super-Mare through Tradewind. Or for more information about the role, contact Chelsea White on (phone number removed).