Teaching Assistant – Level 3 EYFS

Connex Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in Sheffield is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to join their dynamic EYFS team. The role involves providing classroom support in an inspiring environment that values every child. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification, experience with the EYFS curriculum, and be able to lead the classroom when necessary. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to skills development courses

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience with the EYFS curriculum.
• Ability to lead the classroom in the teacher’s absence.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Experience working with young people in educational settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential classroom support in a values-led environment.
• Nurture children academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
• Be the lead in the classroom when the teacher is absent.

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Level 3 EYFS Position

Full time – asap

Salary – £95 – £100, dependent on experience

Location – Sheffield

About the Role

We’re seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to join a vibrant EYFS team at an outstanding primary school. You’ll provide essential classroom support in a values-led environment where every child is valued and inspired to achieve their best.

About the School

This outstanding primary school creates a welcoming, inclusive environment where diversity is embraced and celebrated. The school follows a whole-person education approach, nurturing children academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

Assignment Details

Our fantastic Supply Teaching Assistant roles are due to start ASAP, apply now to be put forward! For the right candidate, this will be a permanent position

Essential Requirements:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience with the EYFS curriculum
• Ability to lead the classroom in the teacher’s absence
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience working with young people in educational settings
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom

At Connex Education, we believe that exceptional Teaching Assistants are the heart of successful classrooms. If you’re ready to inspire young minds, contribute your energy and creativity, and grow your career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.