Experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant – Part Time

Location: TS12 Area
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Part Time
Phase: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Start Date: November 2026

About the Role

Vision for Education are looking to recruit an experienced and suitably qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to work within an Early Years Foundation Stage setting in the TS12 area, starting from November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EYFS professional who is passionate about supporting young children's learning, development, and wellbeing.

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide high-quality support in a nurturing, stimulating, and engaging early years environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and age-appropriate EYFS activities.
• Provide targeted support to individual children and small groups.
• Support children's communication, language, literacy, numeracy, physical, and personal development.
• Support learning through play-based activities and continuous provision.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Encourage children's confidence, independence, and social development.
• Promote positive behaviour and help children develop appropriate routines.
• Support children with additional needs where required.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to support children's progress.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working as an EYFS Teaching Assistant is essential.
• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential, such as CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce, NCFE CACHE Level 3, or an equivalent recognised EYFS qualification.
• A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience supporting children's learning and development in an early years or primary setting.
• A caring, patient, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's early development.
• Availability to work part-time from November 2026.

What We Offer

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to support your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced and Level 3 qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in the TS12 area from November 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on 01642 243843.

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