EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant

EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
 
Could you help young children make a confident start to school life? Are you looking for early years experience that gives you a real foundation before teacher training?
 
*** EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
*** September 2026 to July 2027
*** £85 - £101 per day
*** ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Ward of Yardley
*** Main classroom support across EYFS

The Role:
Support children across EYFS through a mix of classroom assistance, play-based learning, and focused early development support. You will help pupils settle into routines, build early communication and number skills, support literacy-based activities, and work closely with the class teacher to keep children engaged throughout the day. The EYFS framework sets the standards early years providers must meet to help children learn and develop well, stay healthy and safe, and gain the knowledge and skills needed to start school.

The Candidate:
You are patient, energetic, and able to communicate clearly with young children. You want practical classroom experience, enjoy helping pupils build confidence from the earliest stage, and are keen to develop the understanding needed for a future in teaching. Teaching assistants support teachers in the classroom and help children with reading, writing, and learning activities, which makes this a strong entry route into primary education.

Requirements

Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.

Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.

Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.

Career Goals – A desire to train as a teacher and build a long-term career in education.

The School:
This ‘Outstanding’ primary school in the Ward of Yardley offers the chance to build high-quality early years experience in a setting where strong routines, purposeful support, and child development are clearly valued. You will work as part of an EYFS team that understands how important the early years are to future progress, giving you exposure to the practical classroom strategies that help children settle, engage, and thrive from the very start. Recent government guidance continues to treat the EYFS framework as the mandatory standard for early years provision in England.

How to Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.
 
Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.