Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Didsbury

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Outstanding primary school, supporting pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about early childhood development and eager to work in a supportive, high-performing school environment.

Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm Contract

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support learning and development within the EYFS setting. You will help create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

Support the delivery of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework

Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation

Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils

Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Support pupils’ social, emotional, and personal development

Observe, record, and contribute to assessments of pupil progress

Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff

Requirements

Relevant Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)

Experience working in an EYFS setting (school or nursery)

A caring, patient, and proactive approach

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

High expectations for pupil development and wellbeing

Commitment to professional development

What We Offer

An Outstanding school with a strong reputation

Supportive leadership and mentoring

Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

Well-resourced Early Years classrooms

A welcoming and collaborative staff team

If you are an Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in an Outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.

Feel free to contact me via , (phone number removed), or apply directly.

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