EYFS Teaching Assistant

Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant (Contract)
OB TITLE - EYFS Teaching Assistant

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a warm and supportive Primary School based in Bristol.
The school is known for its nurturing Early Years provision and strong focus on child‑centred learning. Staff work collaboratively to create a stimulating environment where children can explore, develop, and thrive.

This is a long‑term position with the potential to extend or transition into a permanent role for the right candidate.

CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS

Location:

Bristol
Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Type:
Full‑Time (Monday-Friday)
Pay Rate: £90 - £110 per day

Hours:

8:20am - 3:30pm

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this EYFS TA role, candidates must have:

Experience working in a UK education setting - mandatory
Confidence working with children aged 3-5, supporting early learning and development
Understanding of the EYFS curriculum, early phonics, and play‑based learning
Experience supporting children with additional needs (Autism, Speech & Language, SEMH) is desirable
A warm, nurturing approach with the ability to build trust and rapport
Knowledge of positive behaviour strategies and early social development
Up‑to‑date safeguarding training (can be provided by Prospero)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE WITH PROSPERO, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)
Be able to provide 24 months of employment references, including a child‑related reference
Have strong spoken and written English

NEXT STEPS

If you would like to be considered for this EYFS Teaching Assistant role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ABOUT PROSPERO TEACHING

Prospero Teaching is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants must complete full compliance and safeguarding checks prior to placement.

WHAT PROSPERO OFFER

Accredited CPD courses, including EYFS training, safeguarding, phonics, SEN strategies, and behaviour management
Guidance and support from our in‑house Training and Development Team
A friendly, dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement