Early Years Teaching Assistant

Job description

Your new company

Hays Education are working with a primary school based in Huyton to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years Team. This job is full-time, 8.30-3.30 Monday-Friday. Starting asap, it will run for the remainder of the academic year.

Your new role

Working across Nursery and Reception classes, you will provide support and guidance to children as they start this school journey. Alongside the class teachers and 2 other full-time TAs, you will offer learning, social and emotional support, leading activities that will follow the EYFS curriculum. The role will involve working as part of a team in the classroom, and also working independently with individuals and small groups in break-out areas as and when required.

What you'll need to succeed

A Level 2 or 3 qualification would be an advantage, though applications will be considered from people without one. You will need experience working with EYFS/ nursery or reception age children within the last 2 years that we can reference. You will have excellent communication skills, and show patience and empathy when working with children.

What you'll get in return

• Comparative pay via Agency Worker Regulations
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Access to free professional development and training opportunities
• Holiday pay and option to pay into pension

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Low Hill

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

04-09-2026

Profession type

Training

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