Teaching Assistant

Pink Tile Education; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-organized primary school in Crawley is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support Early Years (EYFS) provision on a full-time basis. The role includes assisting with phonics and early language development, ensuring a safe and engaging classroom environment while also running after-school club activities. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and enjoys teamwork. An enhanced DBS and safeguarding training are required. Starting in January, the position offers £89 per day plus additional pay for after-school hours.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the update service required.
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training essential.
• Previous experience working with children in an EYFS or primary setting needed.

Responsibilities

• Support learning within the EYFS classroom through play-based activities.
• Assist with phonics, early language development, and early number work.
• Help maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Support the running of the after-school club.

Skills

Experience working within EYFS or early years settings

Nurturing and patient attitude

Teamwork skills

Confidence in supporting children

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant (EYFS) – Crawley

Full-time | January Start | £89 per day + additional pay for after-school club

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well‑organised primary school in Crawley who are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support Early Years (EYFS) provision on a full‑time basis from January. This role also includes responsibility for supporting the school’s after‑school club, with additional pay provided for these hours.

This is a well‑structured school with strong Early Years provision, clear routines, and a nurturing, child‑centred approach to learning. Staff are well supported by an experienced Early Years team, and expectations are clear and consistent across the setting.

The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and EYFS staff during the school day, supporting learning through play, early communication, and social development. After school, you will help deliver a safe, engaging, and well‑organised after‑school club for pupils.

The role will involve:

• Supporting learning within the EYFS classroom through play‑based activities
• Assisting with phonics, early language development, and early number work
• Supporting children with routines, transitions, and emotional regulation
• Working closely with the class teacher and Early Years team
• Helping to maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
• Supporting the running of the after‑school club, including activities, supervision, and pupil wellbeing

This role would suit someone who:

• Has experience working within EYFS or early years settings
• Is nurturing, patient, and proactive
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Is confident supporting children at the end of the school day in a less formal setting

Essential requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training
• Previous experience working with children in an EYFS or primary setting

Pay:

• £89 per day for the school day
• Additional pay for after‑school club hours

Start date: January

Contract: Full‑time