EYFS Teaching assistant

Academics Stoke-on-Trent, England Posted May 9, 2025

Full Time
Onsite
Junior

Job description

The Teaching Assistant position centres on building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families to support every child’s development. It would suit someone who can bring warm, reliable, and clear in communication to the role.

Role overview

We’re currently on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join the wonderful world of early years education. Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young learners.

Main responsibilities

Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families to support every child’s development. Supporting children as they begin their journey with reading, writing, speaking, and social skills. Supporting young children through safe routines, learning activities, and lesson-by-lesson care.

What helps someone succeed

Warm, reliable, and clear in communication.

Requirements

  • A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable (but not required).
  • Being an EYFS Teaching Assistant isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a child’s very first educational experience.
  • A current DBS (or willingness to apply for one).

Requirements mentioned

  • DBS check
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