Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Durham

Milk Education is working with a number of welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Durham and the surrounding areas and is looking to recruit caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants to join schools from September 2026.

Whether you're an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant, hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or have recent experience supporting children within an EYFS setting, we'd love to hear from you.

We have a range of long-term, full-time opportunities available, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You'll play a vital role in supporting children's learning and development, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging EYFS learning activities.
• Encourage learning through play and exploration.
• Support children's communication, literacy, numeracy, and personal development.
• Observe and monitor children's progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and independence.
• Support children with SEND where required.
• Assist with personal care where necessary.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification is desirable.
• Experience with in EYFS, Nursery, or Reception.
• Good understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Caring and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion for supporting children's early education.

• Competitive weekly pay of £538.55 - £575.00 per week.
• Opportunities across Durham and the surrounding areas.
• Long-term, full-time opportunities with the potential to become permanent.
• Fast-track registration and compliance process.
• Five-star rated education agency with strong local school partnerships.
• Access to our Perks Portal with discounts and exclusive offers.
• Over 1,000 free and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy.
• Free PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources.
• Educator wellbeing support and wellbeing hub access.
• School Preparation Pack.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with the DfE's Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo standards.

Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.