Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant – Newport (NP20)

Location: Newport (NP20)
Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Flexible Opportunities Available
Salary: From £92 per day (paid weekly)

Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools and Early Years settings in the Newport (NP20) area.

This role is perfect for individuals with experience in nurseries, preschools, childcare settings, or Reception classes who are passionate about helping young children build confidence, develop key life skills, and achieve their full potential.

About the Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils during the most important stage of their development, helping to create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting children within Nursery and Reception classes
Delivering and assisting with engaging EYFS-focused activities
Encouraging communication, language and social development
Providing 1:1 and small-group support, including for children with ALN/SEN
Supporting daily classroom routines and personal care when required
Promoting learning through play, exploration and outdoor activities
Creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for all learners
Working closely with teachers, support staff and parents to support pupil progress

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Experience working with children in an Early Years, nursery, childcare or school setting
Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Knowledge of child development and learning through play
Confidence supporting children with additional learning needs (ALN/SEN)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A positive, patient and nurturing approach
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing

Desirable:

CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, Childcare Diploma or equivalent qualification
Experience supporting speech, language and communication development
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about Early Years education
Caring, enthusiastic and child-centred
Reliable, adaptable and proactive
Confident supporting learning and development through play
Able to work effectively as part of a team
In possession of an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to obtain one

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Competitive daily rates from £92 per day
Weekly pay through PAYE
Flexible working patterns to suit your availability
Free CPD courses including EYFS, Safeguarding and ALN training
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent positions
Access to a wide network of schools across Newport and South Wales
If you're passionate about supporting young learners and want to make a real difference in the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Jess in the Newport Primary Team:

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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