EYFS Teaching Assistant (Qualified) - #2087920

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Qualified) – S10 & Surrounding Areas
Location: S10, Sheffield and surrounding areas
Salary: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
Contract: Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Are you a passionate and qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Sheffield?

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools and nurseries in the S10 area and surrounding communities. We are working closely with a number of welcoming schools that require experienced support staff to help children thrive during the crucial early stages of their education.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children aged 3–5 years within nursery and reception settings.
• Assist with the delivery of engaging and creative learning activities.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, and educational development.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs through individual and small-group interventions.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and the wider school team.
• Observe, monitor, and report on children's progress and wellbeing.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Childcare, or Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly pay through PAYE.
• Flexible work to suit your availability.
• Access to a variety of local schools and nurseries.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements, with potential permanent positions.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, works with hundreds of schools across South Yorkshire, helping education professionals find rewarding roles that match their skills and career goals.

If you are a qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant ready to make a positive impact on young learners, we would love to hear from you.

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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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