Level 3 Teaching Assistant - EYFS

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant support

Potential for permanent employment

CPD and safeguarding training

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join the Early Years team at a welcoming primary school in the UK, starting in September 2026. The role focuses on Nursery/Reception support, 1:1 and small-group interventions, and phonics delivery.

The ideal candidate will have EYFS knowledge, a Level 3 TA qualification, and recent UK primary school experience. This is a long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment and CPD training.

Qualifications

• Has Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent) with EYFS knowledge.
• Recent UK primary school experience within last 2 years.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; supports phonics and early maths.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within Nursery or Reception.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions for early development.
• Assist with phonics, early maths, communication, and language activities.
• Encourage learning through play and child-led activities.
• Support children's social, emotional and personal development.
• Work closely with the class teacher and EYFS team.

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - EYFS

Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Aspire People

Aspire People are currently working in partnership with a welcoming primary school seeking an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team from September 2026.

The school is looking for a nurturing and enthusiastic individual who has a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and enjoys supporting children during the early stages of their education. This is a long-term opportunity with the chance to become a valued member of the school community.

The Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning within Nursery or Reception
• Delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions to support early development
• Assisting with phonics, early maths, communication, and language activities
• Encouraging learning through play and child-led activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and personal development
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Has recent experience working within a UK primary school in the last 2 years
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework
• Experience delivering targeted interventions
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Aspire People?

• Long-term September 2026 opportunity
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for permanent employment
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training

If you're an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next EYFS role from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.