EYFS Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE system

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant

Networking events

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Salford from September 2026. The role supports children in the Early Years Foundation Stage through engaging play-based learning, working closely with the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Ideal candidates will have EYFS experience, a patient approach and strong teamwork skills, with safeguarding a key duty.

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS, nursery or primary setting.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support children's development socially, emotionally and academically.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver play-based learning.
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare.

Skills

EYFS experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Do you have a passion for helping young children thrive during the most important stage of their education?

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Full-time, Temporary)
Salford
£95 - £110 per day PAYE (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: September 2026

The School and Role

We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Salford from September.

Working within the Early Years Foundation Stage, you will support children as they develop socially, emotionally and academically through engaging play-based learning. You will work closely with the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with young children and wants to make a lasting difference during their early learning journey.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in an EYFS, nursery or primary school setting.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are an EYFS Teaching Assistant based near Salford who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners then we want to hear from you.