EYFS Teaching Assistant needed in NN17
- Northamptonshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: NN17 Area, Northamptonshire
Start Date: Monday, 2nd September 2025
Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term / Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceA warm and nurturing primary school in the NN17 area is looking for a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years Foundation Stage team, starting 2nd September 2025.Role Overview:You will support the Early Years team in delivering a stimulating and engaging curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of young children aged 3-5 years. You will play a key role in helping children learn through play, develop social skills, and make strong progress in their early learning goals.Key Responsibilities:Supporting the delivery of the EYFS curriculum across all areas of learningAssisting with planning and preparing activities that promote development in communication, literacy, numeracy, physical and personal skillsSupporting individual and small group learning needsObserving, assessing, and recording children’s progress and sharing feedback with the teamPromoting a safe, inclusive, and caring environment for all childrenWorking closely with the EYFS teacher and wider school teamIdeal Candidate Will Have:Experience working with children in an Early Years settingKnowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child development principlesPatience, creativity, and a passion for early childhood educationExcellent communication and teamwork skillsRelevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Early Years or Childcare) desirable but not essentialWhat We Offer:A friendly, supportive school environmentOpportunities for professional development and trainingA chance to make a real difference during a crucial stage of children’s educationAccess to a well-resourced and vibrant Early Years settingIf you would like to apply please send your CV to samantha.banks@teachingpersonnel.comAll 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.
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