EYFS Teaching Assistant; Temporary
Job in
South Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-06
Listing for:
Prospero Teaching
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Child Care/Nanny
Job Description & How to Apply Below
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, resilient and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support the learning of pupils with varied SEN in one of our inspirational Primary school settings in South Shields on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils on a 1:1 basis and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.
About the Role:
The role will involve supporting Primary School aged pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis around School and in all of their lessons. The different types of SEN that pupils have may include ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and PMLD.
The role will also involve working alongside the Class Teacher to plan and deliver inspiring learning activities that are suited to the needs and learning style of pupils.
A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.
The role will also involve supporting across the School at break times and lunchtimes as required.
About the Setting:
The role is based in an inspirational Primary setting in South Shields.
The School supports pupils across the Primary School age range and there are opportunities to support pupils across all years groups depending on your preference and specialism.
The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.
Pay, Hours and
Contract:
Pay - Between £per day
Hours
- Contract - Full-time until Easter with view to extend.
Start Date - ASAP
Location - South Shields
Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:
A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK
An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
A resilient, proactive, and positive nature
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Ability to drive and access to a car (desired)
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional references that cover the last two years
About Prospero:
Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.
If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply promptly as the School are looking to appoint ASAP!
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