EYFS Teaching Assistant

Academics; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Doncaster seeks an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant with Paediatric First Aid training. This role supports children aged 3-5 through play-based learning and structured activities in various Early Years settings. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a passion for child development. Flexible hours and competitive daily pay between £88.94 and £95 are offered, along with the chance for a temp-to-perm opportunity.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing guidance from specialist consultants

Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £125 in vouchers

Qualifications

• Recent experience within a nursery or EYFS setting.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support play‑based learning across Early Years (Nursery & Reception).
• Promote early communication, language and social development.
• Provide 1:1 or small group intervention support where needed.
• Assist with early phonics, early maths and continuous provision.
• Contribute to observations and EYFS learning journey records.
• Use Paediatric First Aid knowledge when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive early years environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Knowledge of Early Years child development

Education

Early Years/Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Doncaster

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Are you an enthusiastic and qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant with Paediatric First Aid training looking for temporary, flexible, ongoing and rewarding work across Early Years settings in Doncaster?

Academics are seeking dedicated Early Years specialists to support learning within nurseries, Early Years units and Reception classes in warm, inclusive and supportive primary schools.

Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant (Paediatric First Aid trained)

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing positions

Pay: £88.94 - £95 per day (dependent upon experience, training, qualifications and client rate available)

Start Date: ASAP or from a start date that suits you

About the Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children aged 3-5 in developing early communication, social, emotional and physical skills through play‑based learning and structured activities.

Your Paediatric First Aid qualification will also ensure pupil safety and wellbeing, enabling you to respond appropriately to minor injuries or health needs in an Early Years environment.

This role is ideal for an Early Years practitioner who is passionate about child development and seeking flexibility across local Doncaster Early Years settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Support play‑based learning across Early Years (Nursery & Reception)
• Promote early communication, language and social development
• Provide 1:1 or small group intervention support where needed
• Assist with early phonics, early maths and continuous provision
• Contribute to observations and EYFS learning journey records
• Use Paediatric First Aid knowledge when required
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive early years environment

Candidate Requirements

• Early Years/Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
• Paediatric First Aid certificate (essential)
• Recent experience within a nursery or EYFS setting
• Knowledge of Early Years child development
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Excellent communication, patience and teamwork skills

What Academics Offer

• Flexible, ongoing EYFS Teaching Assistant roles across Doncaster
• Competitive daily pay of £88.94 - £95
• Supportive and highly regarded early years settings
• Ongoing guidance from specialist consultants

We also offer:

• Flexibility - choose days and settings that suit your lifestyle
• Immediate start, or a start date that works for you
• Temp to perm opportunities for suitable candidates
• Additional support throughout all placements
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers

If you are a caring EYFS Teaching Assistant advertiser with Paediatric First Aid, and you're looking for flexible work across Doncaster Early Years settings, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Academics and take the next step in your Early Years career!