EYFS Teaching Assistant

Derby City Centre, DE1
110- 120 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Derby City Centre from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Early Years practitioner who understands how to create an engaging, nurturing and structured environment for young children. Working within the school's EYFS provision, you will support children as they develop the communication, social and early academic skills needed to make a successful start to their education.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, warm and confident getting involved in all aspects of the EYFS day, from adult-led activities and phonics to continuous provision and learning through play.

Working alongside the class teacher and wider EYFS team, you will:

Support children across Nursery and/or Reception with their learning and development
Deliver engaging play-based and adult-led activities in line with the EYFS Framework
Support early phonics, reading, communication and numeracy development
Lead targeted 1:1 and small group activities where required
Encourage children's independence, confidence and positive social interactions
Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs where appropriate
Contribute to observations and assessments of children's development
Help maintain stimulating indoor and outdoor continuous provision
Promote positive behaviour and children's personal, social and emotional development
Work closely with teachers and support staff to ensure children receive consistent support

Level 3 Early Years, Childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification - highly desirable
Previous experience working within EYFS, Nursery or Reception
Good understanding of the EYFS Framework and child development
Experience supporting early phonics and communication development
Confident supporting children through structured learning and purposeful play
SEND experience is advantageous
Patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with young children
Proactive and willing to become fully involved in the wider EYFS environment
Reliable and committed to a long-term school-based role

Located in Derby City Centre (DE1), easily accessible from Normanton, Littleover, Chaddesden, Mackworth and Alvaston
Welcoming and inclusive primary school
Supportive and experienced EYFS team
Engaging indoor and outdoor Early Years provision
Strong emphasis on children's development, wellbeing and school readiness
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Long-term opportunity offering stability and consistency
Weekly pay through our streamlined digital payroll system
Free CPD including EYFS, Phonics, SEND and Safeguarding training
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities to progress into permanent school-based positions

If you're an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for a September opportunity in Derby City Centre, apply today with your CV.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory professional references.