Early Years Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Wakefield, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £97 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | EY TA_1784214007 |
| Job Views | 6 |
- Description
Early Years Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting young children at the very start of their educational journey?
Veritas Education is currently recruiting Early Years Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming and supportive primary schools from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who have experience working with young children and are looking for a rewarding full-time role within an Early Years setting.
As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing within Nursery and Reception classrooms. Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will help create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting children with learning through play and structured activities
- Assisting with phonics, early literacy, numeracy and communication development
- Providing small group and 1:1 support where required
- Encouraging children's social, emotional and physical development
- Helping to create a safe, engaging and stimulating learning environment
- Supporting children with additional needs and adapting activities where necessary
- Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience working with children in an Early Years setting
- A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
- Good understanding of the EYFS framework
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to engage and inspire young learners
- Relevant childcare or education qualifications are desirable but not essential
Apply Today
If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity this September, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or send your CV directly to:
Olivia Jewitt ???? ojewitt@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

