Teaching Assistant - Early Years
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Preschool / Daycare
Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: Wirral
Pay: £95 to 100 (Experience Dependent)
Working pattern: Part-Time, Full-Time, Term-Time
Contract: Starting from September onwards
Your new company
Hays is a leading education recruiter offering day-to-day positions as well as full-time positions in the Wirral area with a role for Level 2 Teaching Assistant or transferable experience (care or something similar) looking to start in September. We specialise in supporting children day-to-day, placing you in environments where your skills and care make a real impact. With expert guidance and flexible opportunities, Hays helps you grow while shaping young lives.
Your new role
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be able to support an early years child by working alongside the teacher to help manage daily routines and learning activities. You may assist small groups of children as well with tasks. But generally, provide support to a child 1 to 1 as well as being able to modify challenging behaviour if needed by creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
This is a flexible and rewarding role where your contribution makes a real difference every day.
What you'll need to succeed
To be able to become a Teaching Assistant, you will need to have a Teaching Assistant Qualification or have relevant transferable experience (care or something similar). To thrive in this role, you'll need to have a proactive and supportive attitude. You should be confident working with children with different abilities, helping with group tasks and classroom routines. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to follow the teacher's directions are key.
A genuine passion for education and a flexible approach will help you make a positive impact every day. You should be able to support an individual child, helping them day to day and be comfortable in a classroom environment.
What you'll get in return
You'll receive competitive pay and valuable experience in a supportive setting. Plus, you'll be added to the Hays recruitment database, giving you access to future job opportunities across education and beyond - keeping your career moving forward. You'll also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:
- £250 reward every time you recommend a colleague
- Access to free Professional Development Training
- Option to be paid via PAYE
- Holiday Pay
- Option to pay into pension
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