EYFS Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a lasting impact on young learners? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and supportive team.
About the Role:
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the class teacher to deliver a creative and engaging curriculum that nurtures the development of children aged 4–5. You’ll help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
Location: Colne
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children’s learning through play and structured activities
- Assist in planning and delivering EYFS curriculum activities
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being
- Observe and record children’s progress
- Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other staff
- Help maintain a safe and tidy learning environment
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What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working with children in an EYFS setting (school or nursery)
- A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in childcare or education
- A warm, caring, and patient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for early years education
We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team
- A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
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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