Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Early Years

Teaching Vacancies; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in York seeks a caring Early Years Teaching Assistant to support teaching, foster an inclusive atmosphere, and help children reach their full potential. Candidates should have a level 3 EYFS qualification and excellent communication skills. The school offers a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and a strong sense of community. Additional benefits include lifestyle savings and discounted gym memberships. Commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Store discounts

Discounted gym membership

Cycle scheme

Wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant level 3 EYFS qualification.
• Committed to inclusive education and nurturing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across various subjects.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom atmosphere.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Nurturing approach

Flexibility

Reflectiveness

Education

Full and relevant level 3 EYFS qualification

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dedicated team. You will work alongside class teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences, provide targeted support to pupils, and help maintain our calm, child-centred environment.

This role will include Breakfast and After School club duties and Lunchtime cover.

The successful applicant must hold a full and relevant level 3 EYFS qualification as the role is specifically for EYFS. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification below for more details. The candidate should have the vision and drive to make a positive impact in our school and be committed to making a difference to the lives of our wonderful children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects.
• Foster a warm, inclusive and respectful classroom atmosphere.
• Support the implementation of our positive behaviour strategies.
• Uphold and model our school virtues: Kindness, Curiosity, and Courage.
• Work in close partnership with teachers, families and the wider school community.

The ideal candidate will

• Be fully qualified to work in Early years
• Be nurturing, reliable and committed to inclusive education.
• Share our passion for helping every child reach their full potential.
• Be flexible, reflective and eager to learn.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Embrace the values and Catholic ethos of our school (you do not need to be Catholic to apply).

What the school offers its staff

St George’s is a joyful, family-friendly Roman Catholic primary school in the heart of York. Rooted in the values of Kindness, Curiosity and Courage, we are dedicated to helping every child “be the best that they can be – together.” With exceptional outdoor spaces, a nurturing atmosphere, and a strong sense of community, our school is a calm and creative oasis for learning.

What we offer

• A vibrant, caring school community.
• Enthusiastic, respectful and joyful children.
• A highly supportive staff team who love what they do.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Additional benefits include access to

• Vivup - Lifestyle savings - store discounts
• Vivup - Discounted gym membership
• Vivup - Cycle scheme
• Full wellbeing package

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.