EYFS Teaching Assistant

Academic Appointments Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking an EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Sheffield. This full-time role is focused on providing essential support to children with additional needs and offers the chance for permanence for the right candidate. Ideal for passionate individuals eager to make a positive impact, this position includes responsibilities like implementing tailored strategies and collaborating with teaching staff and external professionals.

Benefits

Recommend a friend scheme

Re-registration bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in primary or EYFS setting is essential.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Available for full-time, term-time work.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions for pupils with special educational needs.
• Support children's learning and development in the classroom.
• Assist in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

EYFS Level 2 Qualification

Job description

If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs and are ready to join a caring school team, we want to hear from you!

Position: EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday, term time only)
LocationSheffield

Academic Appointments Ltd is currently working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in North Sheffield, to recruit a dedicated EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community, providing essential learning and emotional support to children with additional needs. The role is full-time and long-term, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group interventions for pupils with special educational needs
• Supporting children’s learning and development in the classroom and during interventions
• Implementing tailored strategies and resources
• Assisting the class teacher in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with SENCOs, class teachers, and external professionals where required

The Ideal EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant Will Have:

• Experience working with children with SEND in a primary school or EYFS setting
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to learning support
• An enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Availability for full-time, term-time work

If you are interested in the EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant role please ‘Apply Now’ or call 0114 3991120 and speak to our Primary team in Sheffield.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing.

We offer a ‘recommend a friend’ scheme and re-registration bonus.

Policies, including our ‘Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy’, can be found on our website.

Academic Appointments Limited acts as an employment agency and employment business.

Date Posted: 2025-06-10

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