EYFS Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Towecester, Northamptonshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Education
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Early Years Education Child Development Classroom Management Communication Skills Safeguarding Individualized Support Collaboration Assessment

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic school, offering a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and significantly impact the foundational learning journey of young children. This role allows you to foster essential early development within a supportive environment, contributing directly to a positive start for every pupil and expanding your professional skills in a vibrant setting.

About the Role

• Support the educational and social development of children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. • Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering engaging learning activities and resources. • Create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment that encourages curiosity and exploration. • Observe and monitor children's progress, contributing to assessment records and individual planning. • Provide individualised support to children, including those with additional needs, fostering their independence. • Collaborate effectively with colleagues to maintain an inclusive and positive classroom atmosphere.

About You

• Proven experience working with young children in an Early Years setting. • A genuine passion for supporting early childhood development and learning. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adaptable for children, staff, and parents. • Proactive, resourceful, and able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team. • A strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures within a school environment. • Relevant qualifications in Early Years education (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3, CACHE, or equivalent).

Why Join

Embark on a truly rewarding journey where your dedication will make a tangible difference every day. You will benefit from a supportive team culture and access to continuous professional development, with opportunities for both flexible and long-term engagement. This is a chance to shape futures and grow professionally within a welcoming community that values every contribution.

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