EYFS Teaching Assistant

About Early Years Ltd.; Dacorum; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Job summary

About Early Years Ltd. in Berkhamsted is seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join the primary school’s Early Years team.

You will support young learners at the start of their educational journey, working alongside teachers to foster confidence, independence and a love of learning. This role involves one-to-one support and small-group activities, phonics, literacy and numeracy, plus helping create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting (desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to commute to Berkhamsted.
• Passionate about education.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children across the EYFS curriculum
• Working with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assisting with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and creative learning activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Berkhamsted - Education and Training

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within the education and training sector?

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Berkhamsted is seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to support young learners at the beginning of their educational journey while gaining valuable experience within education and training.

Location: Berkhamsted

Salary: £465-£525 per week

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

The Role:

You will work closely with teachers and pupils within the Early Years Foundation Stage. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education and enjoy helping children develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children across the EYFS curriculum
• Working with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assisting with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and creative learning activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation

The Ideal Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an EYFS Teaching Assistant who is:

• Passionate about education
• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic
• Experienced working with children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting (desirable)
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Committed to supporting children within an EYFS setting
• Able to commute to Berkhamsted

Why Apply for this role?

• Competitive weekly pay of £465-£525
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work in a supportive primary school in Berkhamsted
• Gain valuable experience within education
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day

This EYFS Teaching Assistant position is perfect for aspiring teachers, graduates, childcare professionals, or experienced Teaching Assistants looking to further their career within education.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.