Teaching Assistant - EYFS at Hexthorpe Primary School

Hexthorpe Primary School; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hexthorpe Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage at our Doncaster site. You will assist the class teacher, work with small groups, and help maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment.

The post is permanent, 32.5 hours per week, term time only. Applicants should have a caring attitude, good communication with staff and families, and appropriate EYFS qualifications or experience.

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting children.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with staff and families.
• Relevant EYFS experience or qualification for working with young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to boost progress and engagement.
• Lead small group interventions for phonics, reading and early maths.
• Support children to have a positive, active playtime/dinnertime.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Communication

Teamwork

Education

EYFS qualification

Childcare qualification

Job description

About this Role

Teaching Assistant EYFS - Hexthorpe Primary Academy

Permanent | 32.5 hours per week | Term Time Only

At Hexthorpe Primary Academy, part of the Astrea Academy Trust, we believe in unlocking the potential of every child. We are seeking a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and support our mission to provide an exceptional education for every pupil.

About Hexthorpe Primary

Located in the heart of Doncaster, Hexthorpe is a vibrant and inclusive school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment, high expectations, and strong community spirit. As part of Astrea, we are united by a shared vision to deliver educational excellence and transform lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning experiences
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to boost progress and engagement
• Lead small group interventions for phonics, reading and early maths
• Support children to have a positive, active playtime/dinnertime
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities and pastoral care

What We're Looking For

• A caring and enthusiastic individual with a genuine passion for supporting children
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and families
• Relevant experience and qualification for working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage

The closingdate for applications is 11th October 2026. Don't miss out on thisexciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI

AstreaAcademy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory backgroundchecks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity andencourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in ourworkforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds,disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities. As a Disability Confident employer,we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers tothe recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across thetrust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process toensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstratetheirabilities.

Flexible Interview Dates

Please notethat interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right tointerview shortlisted candidates during the application window.