EYFS Teaching Assistant Royton

Justteachers Ltd; Royton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term supply role in Royton, starting September 2026. The successful candidate will work within a welcoming primary school, contributing to a nurturing environment and high standards of pupil development.

Responsibilities include supporting play-based learning, tracking progress, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom for Nursery or Reception students. DBS and references are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 or 3 childcare/Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Proven experience supporting children within an Early Years Foundation Stage setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding procedures and phonics strategies.
• Two education or school-based references covering recent employment.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Assist with observations and track pupil development using the school’s tracking systems.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Help children develop personal, social, and emotional skills alongside early literacy and numeracy.
• Assist with personal care, welfare, and day-to-day classroom routines.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Observational skills

Phonics knowledge

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Justteachers is seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant for an exciting opportunity in Royton. This full-time, long-term supply role is scheduled to start in September 2026 and will run for the remainder of the academic year. You will be joining an inclusive, warm, and high-achieving primary school renowned for its supportive community ethos and commitment to nurturing every child’s potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Assist with observations and track pupil development using the school’s tracking systems.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Help children develop personal, social, and emotional skills alongside early literacy and numeracy.
• Assist with personal care, welfare, and day-to-day classroom routines.

Pre-requisites

• Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 2 or 3 childcare/Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience supporting children within an Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery or Reception) setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework, phonics strategies, and safeguarding procedures.
• Two education or school-based professional references covering your recent employment.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one.