Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Linthorpe Community Primary School, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 6EA, is seeking a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to support high-quality teaching and learning, helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

The post is full-time, 33.75 hours per week, term-time only (8.15am – 3.30pm). It is a one-year fixed contract; the successful candidate will join a team of experienced staff and contribute to excellent outcomes for pupils.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must have a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Be warm, patient and have a positive approach to developing relationships with pupils.
• Have experience of working flexibly and successfully within a range of teams.
• Be fully committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for every child.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.

Skills

Early years experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Linthorpe Community Primary School

Roman Road, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 6EA

Telephone: [phone]

Required for Autumn 2026

Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant

Job Title Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade E Point 6 - 7 Actual Salary £21,158 - £21,495

Hours: Full time, 33.75 hours per week, term time only

8.15am – 3.30pm

Contract Status: 1 x One year fixed

Head Teacher: Mrs G Mitchell

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic and motivated candidates to join our team of experienced and highly professional staff. The successful candidate will support high-quality teaching and learning, helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate must:

• have a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• demonstrate a good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• be warm, patient and have a positive approach to developing relationships with pupils
• have experience of working flexibly and successfully within a range of teams
• be fully committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

Our school offers:

• A fantastic opportunity to join our strong team of passionate, dedicated and supportive staff
• An ambitious and inspirational school vision for all
• Wonderful children with excellent attitudes, a love of learning
• Excellent, bespoke professional development opportunities
• A positive working culture where both staff and pupils thrive.

Please note that it is the policy of the school for lunchtimes to be supervised by teaching assistants on a staggered lunch basis and the successful candidate will be expected to take an active lunch time role.

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be requested by contacting our school office on 01642 885222

Closing date: 9:00am on Friday 25th September

Interviews: W/C 28th September

Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Please see further guidance here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Linthorpe Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.