EYFS Teaching Assistant

Role: EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location:

Sk6 Stockport

Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: £103.95-£110

Start Date:

ASAP
Duration:
Long-term

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be based in a Reception class, supporting both individual pupils and the wider group through play-based learning, phonics activities, and daily routines. The school has a strong early years team and is looking for an EYFS Teaching Assistant who can bring calm, creativity, and energy to the classroom.

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

Support learning through play, phonics, and structured activities
Work alongside the class teacher to create a positive classroom environment
Provide individual and small group support as an EYFS Teaching Assistant
Assist with personal care routines, snack time, and transitions
Observe and report progress and concerns to the teaching team
Encourage independence and build secure relationships with pupils
Contribute to planning and setting up engaging continuous provision
Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies as a proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant
Communicate positively with staff and parents where appropriate
Be a consistent and supportive presence as the class EYFS Teaching Assistant

EYFS Teaching Assistant Requirements:

Experience in an early years setting or as an EYFS Teaching Assistant
Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
A patient, caring, and flexible attitude
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Confidence supporting early learning and basic care needs
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Full commitment to a long-term, full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant role

Why Join This School as an EYFS Teaching Assistant?

Inclusive and nurturing primary school with a supportive team
Friendly EYFS department with clear routines and expectations
Opportunity to work long-term with consistent hours
Competitive hourly pay and access to ongoing support
A chance to help shape the very start of a child's learning journey
ASAP start for a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant If you're a passionate and dependable EYFS Teaching Assistant ready for a new opportunity in a fantastic Manchester school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and begin your next chapter as an EYFS Teaching Assistant with Prospero Education