Teaching Assistant. Job in Peterlee Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an EYFS Classroom Support Assistant in Peterlee. This full-time position involves supporting children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, particularly those with additional needs. The role offers competitive daily rates and opportunities for professional development in a welcoming educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of 95-120

Supportive colleagues and leadership

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Career progression through the Academy Trust

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic individual.
• Demonstrate resilience, patience, and adaptability.
• Work collaboratively with EYFS teachers and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in their learning.
• Provide high-quality care and targeted interventions.
• Create a stimulating environment that promotes development.

Skills

Experience of working with young children in EYFS

Supporting pupils with SEN

Acting as a positive role model

Creating a safe and engaging learning environment

Collaboration with teachers and professionals

Education

Level 2 Practitioner or Level 3 Educator qualifications

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking to appoint an EYFS Classroom Support Assistant to join a thriving primary setting in Peterlee.

This full time role will focus on supporting children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception), many of whom have additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or complex learning needs. You will work as part of a nurturing EYFS team to provide high-quality care, targeted interventions, and a stimulating environment that supports every child's development. The role will start on Monday 5th January 2026 and will be for the remainder of the academic year, with an option to become a permanent member of their team.

About you

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic individual who can:

• Bring experience of working with young children in EYFS settings
• Support pupils with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or complex needs) in their early learning journey
• Must have either Level 2 Practitioner or Level 3 Educator qualifications
• Act as a positive role model, fostering independence, curiosity, and social skills
• Create a safe, imaginative, and engaging learning environment
• Demonstrate resilience, patience, and adaptability when supporting children's needs
• Work collaboratively with EYFS teachers, SEN specialists, and external professionals

What's on offer

• A welcoming and inclusive EYFS environment with motivated children
• Supportive colleagues and a leadership team who value early years education
• The best rates in the market 95-120 per day - no umbrella companies!
• Well-resourced learning spaces designed to nurture exploration and play
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, with a focus on EYFS and SEN practice
• Career progression through the Academy Trust

How to apply

To arrange a visit, request an application pack, or submit your application, please contact Aaron Sloan on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)