Teaching Assistant

SMART Education Recruitment; Tibberton; Vor Ort; GBP 15.000 - 20.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SMART Education Recruitment is assisting a welcoming primary school in Newport, Shropshire, to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant for Nursery and Reception, starting in November 2026. You will support children's learning and wellbeing through purposeful play-based activities and work closely with the class teacher.

In this role you’ll foster confidence, independence and language development, contribute to inclusive practices and help prepare engaging activities.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 6 months experience in an educational or Early Years setting.
• Experience in EYFS, Nursery or Reception.
• Understanding of early development and learning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children.

Aufgaben

• Support Nursery and Reception children with learning and wellbeing.
• Deliver engaging, purposeful play-based activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups.
• Encourage language development and early literacy.
• Support SEND children as required.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Kenntnisse

EYFS experience

Communication skills

Caring and nurturing

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Early Years qualification desirable

Jobbeschreibung

Are you passionate about helping young children develop confidence, independence and essential skills in the early stages of their education?

This Early Years Teaching Assistant role offers a rewarding opportunity to support Nursery and Reception children in a welcoming primary school setting in Newport, starting in November 2026.

You ll play a central part in creating an engaging, nurturing and inclusive environment, supporting children through purposeful, play-based learning across both Nursery and Reception.

The school s Early Years provision gives children access to spacious indoor and outdoor learning areas, focusing on building resilient, confident young learners.

What s in it for you?

• £95 per day
• Start date: November 2026
• Early Years Teaching Assistant position
• Work across Nursery and Reception
• Welcoming school environment
• Support children's growth at a crucial stage of development
• Varied role with both indoor and outdoor activities
• Enhance your Early Years and SEND experience
• Dedicated support throughout your assignment

The Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you ll collaborate closely with the class teacher and confidently use your initiative throughout the school day.

You will:

• Support Nursery and Reception children with learning and wellbeing
• Help deliver engaging, purposeful play-based activities
• Work with individuals and small groups
• Encourage communication and language development
• Support early literacy and numeracy
• Foster confidence, independence and social skills
• Promote positive behaviour and participation
• Assist in preparing activities, resources and environments
• Support SEND children as required
• Build nurturing relationships and respond to individual needs
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment

Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role, you ll need:

• At least 6 months experience working with children in an educational or Early Years setting
• Previous experience in Early Years, Nursery or Reception
• Understanding of early development and learning
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively
• A caring, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children
• Enthusiasm for play-based learning
• Proactive and flexible attitude
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children s welfare

A recognised Early Years qualification would be highly desirable.

Previous experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs would also be welcomed.

Location and Package

• Location: Newport, Shropshire
• Position: Teaching Assistant Early Years
• Pay: £95 per day
• Start: November 2026
• Age Group: Nursery and Reception
• Experience: Minimum 6 months required
• Early Years Qualification: Desirable

If you re an experienced Teaching Assistant or Early Years Practitioner keen to support Nursery and Reception children in a nurturing school community, this role could be ideal for you.