Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Worthing; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training opportunities

Long-term/permanent opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Worthing from September 2026. This full-time role supports children transitioning from nursery into Reception, helping them develop confidence, independence and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.

The ideal candidate will have Early Years experience, be patient and caring, and work well with teachers, pupils and parents.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an Early Years setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills is essential.
• Patient, caring and passionate about supporting young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support Reception-aged children as they settle into school life.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative learning activities.
• Help children develop social, emotional, communication, and early literacy and numeracy skills.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Skills

Early Years experience

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Level 2 Childcare

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Full-Time (September Start)

Location: Worthing
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting young children as they take their first steps into primary school?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school from September. This full-time role offers the opportunity to support children during their important transition from nursery or preschool into Reception, helping them develop the confidence, independence, and skills they need to thrive.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support Reception-aged children as they settle into school life.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative learning activities.
• Help children develop their social, emotional, communication, and early literacy and numeracy skills.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to ensure every child has the best possible start to their school journey.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children in an Early Years setting (school, nursery, or preschool).
• Is patient, caring, and passionate about supporting young learners.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can use their initiative while following the guidance of the class teacher.
• Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential).
• Has an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one through Teaching Personnel.

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in children's educational journey.

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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