Early Years Teaching Assistant
Fixed Term Contract
September Start:
Level: Scale 1B point 3
Hourly: £12.85
Hours: 15 hours per week (2.5 days)
We are looking for a passionate and conscientious Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team.
This post is available for a September start and on a Fixed Term basis due to a high number of children attending the setting.
A sense of humour along with the ability to remain calm, patient and an empathetic manner will be essential in supporting the children.
If you are able to work independently using your initiative, have the ability to adapt to differing needs, be engaging and self-motivated, we would love you to join our team.
The successful candidate will have:
● Approved Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years to be included in staff ratios
● An approachable and resilient attitude
● A passion for supporting children to be the best they can be
● A willingness to try different approaches to enhance learning
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references and a Disclosure of Criminal Record and Disqualification Declaration.
The school reserves the right to perform a ‘Social Media Check’ on shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
Application packs are available from the school website or via the school office, please call on 01525712448 or email: [email protected]
Closing date for applicants: Friday 4th September 12 noon
Interview date: Tuesday 8th September 2026
Completed application forms should be returned to Kingsmoor Lower School via post, hand or email to [email protected]
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: £12.85 per hour
Work Location: In person
