Teaching Assistant Level 3 EYFS

Governors are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to provide support in the Early Years Foundation Stage provision. Candidates must have full NVQ Level 3 or above Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent qualification in a directly relevant area).

You will be required to work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching &/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs. Candidates must demonstrate the skills of enabling access to learning for all pupils. You will assist and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques in Early Years. Experience in supporting pupils with special educational needs would be an advantage.

• friendly, enthusiastic children with great potential, who work hard and are extremely well behaved
• a fully committed and extremely supportive staff, governors and leadership team
• supportive and dedicated parents and carers
• a caring and positive learning environment and ethos
• continuous professional development
• opportunities to work collaboratively and share best practice with colleagues across our trust (The Challenge Academy Trust)

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
• Access to TCAT+ our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College’.

Visits to the school are welcomed on prior appointment. Please contact the office on / admi

Closing date:
Monday 8th June 2026 (midday)

Interview Date:
Monday 15th June 2026

The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Further details can be found on