Reception Class Teaching Assistant - Long Term

Supply Heroes; Olton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Heroes is seeking an experienced Reception Class Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class in Birmingham for the full academic year. You will work closely with the class teacher to implement EYFS activities, aiding language, literacy and numeracy development while fostering a safe, nurturing environment.

The role requires a proactive, patient and enthusiastic approach, strong communication with pupils, staff and parents, and a commitment to the entire academic year.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in Reception or EYFS.
• Strong understanding of EYFS framework and early learning.
• Right to work in the UK and two references.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils during play-based and structured activities.
• Assist with EYFS curriculum delivery and learning objectives.
• Help children develop communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Work with individuals, small groups and whole class.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning activities.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Experienced Reception Class Teaching Assistant

Full Time | Long Term | Full Academic Year | Birmingham

Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Long Term (Full Academic Year)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

The successful candidate will work closely with the Reception Class Teacher to support pupils during this crucial stage of their learning and development.

• Supporting children's learning through play‑based and structured activities.
• Assisting with the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Helping children develop their communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Working with individuals, small groups and the whole class.
• Preparing classroom resources and supporting learning activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Contributing to observations and assessments where required.
• Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a Reception or Early Years setting.
• Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Is caring, patient and enthusiastic.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Is proactive, flexible and able to use their initiative.
• Is passionate about supporting children during the early stages of their education.
• Can commit to a full‑time role for the entire academic year.

Essential Requirements

• Previous Reception Class or EYFS Teaching Assistant experience.
• Strong understanding of child development and early learning.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Two satisfactory professional references.

The School Offers

• A welcoming and friendly school environment.
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team and Early Years department.
• Enthusiastic, well‑behaved pupils who enjoy learning.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development.
• A long‑term, stable position for the full academic year.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's educational journeys.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Reception Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young children flourish and reach their full potential.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting Reception Class Teaching Assistant opportunity in Birmingham.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education". Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Supply Heroes is an equal opportunities employer with a zero‑tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying or harassment on grounds of sex, age, race, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, sex characteristics, religion or beliefs.