Early Years Teaching Assistant - Darlington

Protocol Education Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Flexible work to fit lifestyle

Referral rewards

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking caring Early Years Teaching Assistants to join fantastic schools and nurseries across Darlington. Roles include full-time or part-time opportunities and Level 2–Level 4 qualifications are preferred.

You’ll support children in Nursery and Reception, work with teachers and help create a nurturing learning environment. Experience with young children, safeguarding awareness, and a valid DBS (or willingness to apply) are valued.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3/4 Early Years or Childcare qualification preferred.
• Experience working with young children in nursery or school settings.
• Understanding safeguarding and child development, DBS checks encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Nursery and Reception through play-based learning.
• Help create a fun, safe, nurturing environment for every child.
• Work with class teachers to deliver engaging activities.
• Encourage confidence, curiosity and independence in children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and staff.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Experience with children

Patience

Education

Level 2/3/4 Early Years

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Darlington | Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

Level 2, Level 3 or Level 4 Early Years Qualification Preferred

Love seeing little learners grow? This could be the perfect role for you.

Every tower you build, every story you read and every little "I did it!" moment helps shape a child's future.

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants to join fantastic schools and nurseries across Darlington and surrounding area. Whether you're already experienced or ready to take the next step in your Early Years career, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting children in Nursery and Reception with their learning through play
• Helping create a fun, safe and nurturing environment where every child can thrive
• Working alongside class teachers to deliver engaging activities
• Encouraging children's confidence, curiosity and independence
• Building positive relationships with children, families and school staff

We're looking for someone who

• Holds a Level 2, Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (preferred)
• Has experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool or school setting
• Brings energy, patience and a positive attitude every day
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child development
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is happy to apply for one

Why join Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Friendly support from your own dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND and alternative settings
• Quick and simple registration
• Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle
• Referral rewards when you recommend friends

If you're ready to help little learners take big steps, we'd love to hear from you.

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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