Primary Teaching Assistant

Yorkshire Education Recruitment Ltd; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Recruitment support

Professional development

Job summary

Yorkshire Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking passionate Primary Teaching Assistants to work in various schools around Pocklington and surrounding areas on an ad-hoc basis. We have both part-time and full-time positions available, with long-term and day-to-day assignments, starting ASAP.

Successful candidates will support learning across EYFS to KS2, helping create a nurturing, safe environment and assisting with planning, observation and assessment in collaboration with the class teacher and

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3); Level 3 desirable.
• Experience working with children in EYFS or nursery settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient approach.
• Understanding of EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of engaging learning activities for children across EYFS - KS2.
• Help create a nurturing, safe environment promoting exploration and early learning.
• Assist in personal, social, emotional, and educational development through targeted support.
• Collaborate with class teacher and staff on planning, observation and assessment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Teaching assistant qualification

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Pocklington and surrounding areas

Salary: per day

Job Type: Part-time & Full-time positions available

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to work in various schools in and around the Pocklington area on an adhoc basis. We have both part-time and full-time positions available, as well as both long-term and day to day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of engaging and developmentally appropriate learning activities for children across EYFS - KS2.
• Help create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment that promotes exploration, play, and early learning.
• Assist in the personal, social, emotional, and educational development of young children through targeted support and encouragement.
• Work closely with the class teacher and other staff and contribute to planning, observation, and assessment.

Requirements:

• Relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent). Level 3 is desirable.
• Experience working with children in EYFS or nursery settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and patient approach.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for supporting early childhood development.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.

Benefits of working with Yorkshire Education:

• The opportunity to work within local primary schools on a flexible basis
• Fair and competitive rates of pay
• A team of dedicated recruitment consultants who aim to find a job role best suited to you
• Opportunities for professional development and training

Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child protection.