EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Sunderland Bridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is hiring a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a Sunderland primary school from September 2026. This full-time, long-term position involves supporting class teachers in the Early Years and delivering phonics interventions to small groups.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare, EYFS experience, and strong communication skills. A patient, proactive approach and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Experience in an EYFS setting and knowledge of the Early Years framework.
• Ability to deliver phonics interventions and support learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the EYFS classroom.
• Deliver phonics interventions to small groups.
• Assist with planning and preparation of activities.
• Support social, emotional, and educational development of pupils.
• Create a positive, nurturing learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

Phonics interventions

Small group leadership

Strong communication

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Experience in EYFS

Job description

Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: Sunderland

Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Start Date: September 2026

Are you a passionate and experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Sunderland from September. This is a full-time, long-term position, offering the opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive Early Years team.

The Role

As a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support children's learning and development within the Early Years setting. The successful candidate will be confident in delivering targeted support and interventions, helping pupils build strong foundations for future learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teaching and learning across the EYFS classroom.
• Delivering engaging phonics interventions to small groups of pupils.
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of learning activities.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and educational development.
• Creating a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Experience delivering or supporting phonics interventions.
• Confidence leading small group sessions independently.
• A patient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.
• Access to a range of CPD and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.
• Flexible payroll options.

If you are an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant with a passion for helping young children thrive and would like to secure a long-term role in Sunderland this September, we would love to hear from you.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.