Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Recruitment via: Tradewind Recruitment
Contract: Full-time, starting September 2025
About the Role:
Join a warm and supportive primary school community in an Early Years classroom. You'll work closely with the teacher to deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities that foster early literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support, including for children with additional needs or special educational needs (SEN)?
- Observe and document children's development, progress, and interests.
- Help manage behaviour positively and consistently to maintain a calm and safe learning environment.
- Support transitions between activities and routines, indoors and outdoors.
Person Specification:
- Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (e.g., CACHE, NVQ) or equivalent experience working with children.
- Sufficient experience working within EYFS or Reception.
- Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS curriculum.
- Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and staff.
- Calm, patient, and enthusiastic approach, with positive behaviour management techniques.
- Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain) and the legal right to work in the UK.
Why Apply via Tradewind?
- Highly competitive rates - negotiable day-rates dependant on experience
- Exceptional CPD access - over 2,500 accredited courses through National College.
- Dedicated consultant support, plus help with interview prep, lesson planning, and compliance.
- Referral bonuses and regular social/networking events.
How to Apply:
Apply today by uploading your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch within 2 working days.