EYFS Level 3Teaching Assistant
Job description
Job Vacancy: Level 3 Teaching Assistant – EYFS
Location: Sheffield and Barnsley
Start Date: Immediatley
Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start in life?
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, nurturing environment where children’s curiosity, independence, and love of learning are at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:
✨ Support high-quality learning experiences for children aged 3–5
✨ Work closely with the class teacher to plan and deliver engaging, child-centred activities
✨ Provide targeted support for individual pupils and small groups
✨ Help create a warm, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
✨ Observe, record, and contribute to assessments in line with EYFS frameworks
✨ Build positive relationships with children, staff, and families
About You
We are looking for someone who:
✔ Holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or Teaching Assistance
✔ Has experience working within an EYFS setting
✔ Understands the EYFS curriculum and child development
✔ Is warm, nurturing, and committed to supporting every child
✔ Can use their initiative and work well as part of a team
✔ Communicates confidently and professionally
What We Offer
A welcoming, supportive team
Opportunities for professional development and training
A creative environment where ideas are valued
A strong, positive school community
Children who are eager, curious, and full of potential
Apply Now
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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