EYFS Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate and nurturing EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Whether you're seeking flexible supply work or a long-term position, Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools throughout Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, and Doncaster.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children at the beginning of their educational journey, helping them develop the confidence, skills, and curiosity they need to thrive.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative Early Years learning activities.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, and academic development through play-based learning.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe and monitor pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Support children with additional needs where required, promoting positive outcomes for all learners.

We have opportunities available for day-to-day supply, short-term assignments, long-term placements, and permanent positions.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare, or Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Have previous experience working within an EYFS setting or primary school.
• Be patient, caring, and passionate about supporting young children's development.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be adaptable, reliable, and committed to providing high-quality support.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay, paid through PAYE.
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability.
• Opportunities across a wide network of schools throughout South Yorkshire.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Free CPD and professional development to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities with our partner schools.

Whether you're an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant or looking to further your career in Early Years education, Teaching Personnel can help you find a role that suits your skills and aspirations.

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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