Nurturing Early Years Teaching Assistant - Playful Learning

Aspire People; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Term-time only

Ongoing opportunities across Leicester

Dedicated education consultant

Access to a wide range of schools

Opportunity for longer-term placements

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting an Early Years Teaching Assistant for a welcoming school in Leicester. The role focuses on supporting young children in their early education, fostering a nurturing learning environment and close collaboration with the teaching staff.

You will assist with daily activities, promote play-based learning, and help develop children’s social and emotional skills while maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is essential.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing is important.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encourage children's development through play-based learning and practical activities.
• Provide support with communication, social skills and independence.
• Help create a safe, engaging and stimulating Early Years environment.
• Assist children with their emotional and personal development.
• Support small-group activities and individual learning where required.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.

Skills

Experience with children

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Caring and patient demeanor

Teamwork

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting an Early Years Teaching Assistant for a welcoming school in Leicester. The role focuses on supporting young children in their early education, fostering a nurturing learning environment and close collaboration with the teaching staff.

You will assist with daily activities, promote play-based learning, and help develop children’s social and emotional skills while maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom setting.