EYFS Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo compliance

Flexible hours

Milk Academy CPD

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to work with a welcoming primary school in Leeds for a long-term placement starting in September. You will support early years learning, assist phonics and literacy activities, and help create a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

The role offers flexible days, APSCo-compliant safeguarding standards, and ongoing professional development via Milk Academy to support your growth and progression within our school network.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in EYFS/Reception or childcare setting.
• Great understanding of children’s early development.
• Experience supporting phonics and early literacy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Reception and the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Assist class teacher with engaging, play-based learning activities.
• Support children’s communication, language and personal development.

Skills

Patient approach

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2 Early Years / Childcare

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We’re currently recruiting for an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Primary School in Leeds on a long-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining a nurturing school that is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education. With a strong focus on wellbeing, creativity and developing a love of learning, you’ll play an important role in supporting children as they begin their educational journey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant, Early Years Practitioner or childcare professional looking to work within a welcoming primary school environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children within Reception and the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging, play-based learning activities
• Supporting children’s communication, language and personal development
• Helping deliver phonics, literacy and early maths activities
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships
• Supporting children with additional needs where required
• Observing and recording children’s progress and development
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working within EYFS, Reception or a childcare setting
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable
• Strong understanding of children’s early development
• Experience supporting phonics and early literacy is advantageous
• Patient, nurturing and creative approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for working with young children

Benefits:

• 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
• Priority Partnership school network
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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 agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.