Primary Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Hull; Cayton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant for a long-term supply role starting in January 2026 in Eastfield, Scarborough. You will support children aged 3-5 in a nurturing and stimulating environment, working closely with the EYFS team to foster their educational development. Candidates should be positive, patient, and reliable. Experience in early years education is preferred but not essential. Competitive rates of pay and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Free access to CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience in an early years setting is desirable but not essential.
• Comfortable working with children aged 3-5.
• Passionate about supporting early learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support children during carpet time and play-based learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development.
• Assist with phonics and early maths activities.
• Create a safe and inspiring learning space.
• Build strong relationships with staff, children, and families.

Skills

Positive, patient and caring attitude

Communication skills

Reliability

Team player

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Eastfield, Scarborough

Full Time, Long Term Supply (Via Vision for Education)

January 2026 - Easter (initially)

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? Do you have a warm, caring nature and a genuine love for early years education? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and welcoming Primary School in the Eastfield area of Scarborough. This is a full-time, long-term supply role beginning January 2026 and running until Easter initially, with the potential to continue for the right person.

In this role, you'll be supporting children in Nursery and Reception as they start their educational journey. You'll work closely with the EYFS team to create a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child can develop socially, emotionally, and academically.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting children during carpet time, play-based learning and small-group activities
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development
• Assisting with phonics, early maths and communication activities
• Helping to create a safe, happy and inspiring learning space
• Building strong relationships with staff, children and families

About You

• A positive, patient and caring teaching assistant
• Comfortable working with children aged 3-5
• Passionate about supporting early learning and development
• A strong communicator and team player
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive
• Experience in an early years setting is desirable, but not essential.

Why Work With Vision for Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Free access to CPD and training opportunities
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• A chance to make a real difference in a lovely school community

Apply today! If you feel this is the perfect role for you, apply online now, or contact our Hull Branch for more information.