Early Years Teaching Assistant; Temporary

Position: Early Years Teaching Assistant (Temporary)
Aspire People is working in close partnership with a welcoming and community-focused primary , who are seeking an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their Pre-School provision on a full-time basis.

This school is known for its nurturing ethos and strong early years practice. The Pre-School team places a huge emphasis on building secure relationships, curiosity-led learning, and giving children the very best start to their education.

The Role

You will work within the Pre-School room supporting children under the age of 3, playing a key role in their early development, routines, and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Supporting the EYFS framework through purposeful, play-based learning

* Creating a calm, safe, and stimulating environment where children feel secure and confident

* Supporting children with daily routines including personal care, snack times, and outdoor learning

* Observing children's progress and contributing to assessments and learning journeys

* Working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team to plan engaging activities

* Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and health & safety at all times

The Ideal Candidate

* Holds a Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (or equivalent)

* Has recent experience working within EYFS, ideally with under-3s

* Is warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about early childhood development

* Understands safeguarding and child development milestones

* Works well as part of a close-knit team

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that truly values its Early Years staff and invests in high-quality provision

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks