EYFS Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Ashington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to join welcoming primary schools in Ashington, starting January 2026. You will support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on those with Special Educational Needs. Key responsibilities include working closely with class teachers and providing individual support. The role requires patience, commitment, and the ability to work effectively within a team. Excellent rates of pay and ongoing support are offered.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Access to CPD courses

Ongoing support throughout placement

Qualifications

• Experience with EYFS and SEND desirable.
• Recent experience with children within the past two years is required.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Support class teacher and work collaboratively with staff.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment.
• Help pupils achieve learning outcomes.

Skills

EYFS and SEND experience

Patient and nurturing approach

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Ability to work under guidance

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Start date: January 2026

Milk Education is working in partnership with welcoming primary schools across the Blyth area that are seeking dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to join their teams from January 2026.

This is a full-time, long-term temporary role supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage, with a strong focus on pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role is full-time, working Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 3:30pm.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support staff to help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. The role includes providing one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils, supporting engagement, and helping pupils make progress in line with individual learning goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher and working collaboratively with support staff
• Providing one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils
• Promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Supporting pupils to stay focused and achieve learning outcomes

Requirements

• EYFS and SEND experience is desirable
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• A strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs
• Recent and relevant experience working with children within the past two years
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work effectively under the guidance of the class teacher
• Reliable and punctual

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in early years education, we would love to hear from you.

Why work with Milk Education?

You will receive excellent rates of pay, FastTrack™ compliance, a 5-star rated service, and a quick and straightforward registration process. You will also have access to over 1,000 free and discounted CPD courses, exclusive school and trust partners, free PSHE lesson plans covering sensitive topics, and ongoing support throughout your placement.

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