Early Years Teaching Assistant - St Helens

Desian Education, St Helens, St. Helens

Early Years Teaching Assistant - St Helens

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Desian Education, St Helens, St. Helens

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted 3 days ago, 6 Jun | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 9a8943698b354816bf90227900107754

Location ref: St Helens, St. Helens

Full Job Description

Desian Education is recruiting a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant on behalf of a welcoming primary school in St Helens.
You will work full-time within a dynamic Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) setting.
Your primary responsibility is supporting the learning, development, and well-being of nursery-aged children.
This long-term position offers excellent stability with a strong possibility of transitioning into a permanent role for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging activities aligned with the EYFS statutory framework.
Support early literacy and numeracy through creative play-based learning.
Observe and record child development to assist with progress tracking.
Maintain a safe environment that fosters curiosity and independence.
Partner with teachers to manage classroom routines and positive behaviour.

Recognised Early Years qualification is essential (e.g., Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Childcare).
Previous experience working in a primary school nursery or private nursery.
Deep understanding of EYFS learning goals and safeguarding practices.
Warm, energetic personality suited to nurturing very young children.
Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Path to permanency for the right candidate following the temporary period.
Dedicated consultant support from the Desian Education team.
Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/early-years-teaching-assistant-st-helens-126944073