Early Years Teaching Assistant

Plymouth £92–£100 per day Full-Time / Part Time

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a welcoming primary school in Plymouth that is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young children at the start of their educational journey and helping them develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning.

The Role

• Supporting children within an EYFS classroom
• Delivering learning activities through play-based approaches
• Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and communication skills
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team
• Creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment

We Are Looking For

✅ Experience working with children in an Early Years setting

✅ A positive, patient, and caring approach

✅ Strong communication and teamwork skills

✅ Understanding of child development and the EYFS framework (desirable)

✅ Relevant childcare, education, or teaching assistant qualifications (desirable)

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for CPD and online training
• Flexible work options available
• Access to a wide range of primary school opportunities across Plymouth and surrounding areas

If you enjoy helping young children thrive and want to make a real difference in an Early Years setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel Plymouth for more information.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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