Early Years Teaching Assistant

New Directions Education is currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants for a range of opportunities across Leeds
. Whether you’re seeking full-time consistency or part-time flexibility, you’ll play a key role in supporting young learners as they develop the foundations for future success.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children in Nursery and Reception classes.
• Encourage learning through play and engaging activities.
• Help develop children’s communication, social, and emotional skills.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering exciting and creative lessons.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities.

• Previous experience working with children in an Early Years or school setting.
• A caring, patient, and positive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development.
• Relevant childcare or education qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Every day in Early Years is an opportunity to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and support children as they take their first steps in education. If you’re passionate about helping young learners thrive, we’d love to hear from you.