EYFS Teaching Assistant: Nursery & Reception, SEND Support

Vision For Education Ltd.; South Shields; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PAYE rates

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Networking events

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a South Shields school from December 2026 for a full-time temporary role across Nursery and Reception. The position involves supporting a range of children and collaborating with a dedicated team. Some personal care elements may be required.

Salary is £460–£500 per week, paid PAYE, with additional benefits and a guaranteed pay scheme subject to availability. This is a fixed-term contract from December 2026 to April 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with primary school aged children.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of primary school pupils.
• An ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across Nursery and Reception as required.
• May include elements of personal care as part of safeguarding and classroom support.

Skills

Primary school experience

SEND experience

Team collaboration

Passion for pupil progress

Job description

Vision for Education is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a South Shields school from December 2026 for a full-time temporary role across Nursery and Reception. The position involves supporting a range of children and collaborating with a dedicated team. Some personal care elements may be required.

Salary is £460–£500 per week, paid PAYE, with additional benefits and a guaranteed pay scheme subject to availability. This is a fixed-term contract from December 2026 to April 2027.