EYFS Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Atherton; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 16,605; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Flexible days and hours

Dedicated consultant support

APSCo compliant safeguarding

School-ready resources

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Atherton (M46). The role runs full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30am-15:30pm, starting September 2026, predominantly supporting SEND pupils within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

You will work alongside the class teacher to deliver tailored support, fostering an inclusive classroom and helping pupils make progress toward learning goals. Training and ongoing development are provided through Milk Academy and CPD courses.

Qualifications

• EYFS and SEND experience is desirable.
• Recent and relevant experience working with children within the past two years.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to work under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and collaborate with support staff.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils.
• Promote a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Help pupils stay on task and achieve their learning goals.

Skills

EYFS experience

SEND experience

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant- Atherton, M46

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school located in Atherton (M46), which is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team in September 2026.

This is a full-time, long-term temporary role supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage, with a particular focus on pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role is full-time and working Monday to Friday and the working hours are 08:30am- 15:30pm.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and other support staff to create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment. You will provide tailored support to SEND pupils, both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, ensuring they remain engaged and make progress in line with their learning goals.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Support the class teacher and work collaboratively with support staff
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils
• Promote a nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Help pupils stay on task and achieve their learning goals

Requirements or Skills:

• EYFS and SEND experience (desirable)
• Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Recent and relevant experience working with children within the past two years
• Must possess good numeracy and literacy skills
• Must have the ability to work under the guidance of the teacher
• Must be reliable and punctual

Benefits to YOU:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Interested? Click 'Apply Now' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

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INLVP

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you ag