EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Retford

Are you a dedicated and flexible EYFS Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification looking for work across Retford?

Academics are recruiting experienced Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistants to support a range of nurseries and primary schools across Retford on a temporary, ongoing basis.

Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant
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Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £92.56 - £95 per day (PAYE)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant in Retford, you will support teaching and learning within Nursery and Reception classes, helping to deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

This EYFS Teaching Assistant role in Retford is ideal for someone who enjoys working in early years settings and can adapt confidently to different school environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within EYFS classrooms
  * Deliver small group and 1:1 interventions
  * Support children's early development through play-based learning
  * Promote positive behaviour and engagement
  * Assist with classroom preparation and activities
  * Follow safeguarding and school policies

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
  * Experience supporting within EYFS settings
  * Strong understanding of early years development
  * Adaptable and confident approach
  * Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Academics Offer

• Flexible EYFS Teaching Assistant roles across Retford
  * Competitive daily pay between £92.56- £95 (PAYE)
  * Opportunities to work in a variety of nurseries and primary schools
  * Ongoing support from experienced consultants

We also offer:

Flexibility - we offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose the days and where they work, allowing them to commit fully to their life outside of the classroom.

ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.

Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all of your placements.

Temp to perm contracts (if you are looking for a permanent role). Xohmjla

Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £125 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.

If you are a qualified Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant in Retford, apply today to join Academics.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-04-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English