Job Description

Early Years Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

📍 Location: Tameside
📅 Start Date: ASAP
📄 Contract Type: Full-time | Long-term
💷 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive during their early years education?

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Tameside that is looking to appoint a dedicated and qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their supportive EYFS team.

About the Role

This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to support children within a nurturing and engaging Early Years setting. Working alongside the class teacher, you will help create a positive learning environment where every child feels supported, encouraged, and valued.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the delivery of creative, play-based learning activities
  • Working closely with the class teacher to promote pupil progress and development
  • Providing additional support for children with SEND where required
  • Encouraging children's social, emotional, and communication development
  • Helping to maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
  • Have previous experience working within an EYFS setting
  • Have experience supporting children with SEND (desirable)
  • Be enthusiastic, caring, and proactive in their approach
  • Demonstrate a genuine passion for early childhood education
  • Be committed to supporting children in reaching key developmental milestones

What the School Offers

  • A welcoming and supportive school community
  • Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
  • Competitive daily rates of pay
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a vital stage of children's learning and development

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Teaching Assistant looking to further their career within Early Years education while making a real difference in children's lives.

How to Apply

To express your interest, please send your CV and a brief cover note to chris.morgan@twrecruitment.com or call 0161 674 0138 for further information.