EYFS Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a compassionate EYFS Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire. The role involves supporting young learners by delivering engaging lessons and fostering a nurturing learning environment. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have a solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

Qualifications

• A qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant, ideally with experience in SEN settings.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 support to children within Early Years.
• Foster a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of child development principles

Passion for children's learning

Education

Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools/EYFS

Job description

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £83 – £100 per day

Are you looking for a role to support young learners in their early years?GSL Education are currently seeking a qualified and compassionate EYFS Teaching Assistant to work at a warm and inclusive Client school in York, North Yorkshire.

EYFS Teaching Assistant Role and Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and interactive lessons.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support to children within Early Years following the EYFS framework.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Assist in the delivery of play-based learning activities.
• Assist in implementing learning activities according to child’s needs.
• Support the development of communication, social, and sensory skills.
• Establish rapport and trusting relationship and communicate effectively with children and their families and carers.

EYFS Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools/EYFS).
• Have experience working with young children, ideally within a SEN setting.
• Possess a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
• Passionate about children’s learning and has knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn within the EYFS.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience or understanding of behaviours linked to additional needs.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for a new one.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the position of EYFS Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education official website to apply online.