Early Years Teaching Assistant

Description

Early Years Teaching Assistant – NP7 Area | September 2026 Start

Location: NP7 and surrounding areas (Abergavenny, Pontypool, Mamhilad and nearby locations)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Pay: From £92 per day (paid weekly via PAYE)

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and caring Early Years Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of primary schools, nursery settings and Reception classes throughout the NP7 area.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in childcare, nurseries, preschools, playgroups, holiday clubs, coaching, care work, youth work, or school settings who are passionate about supporting young children's development and education.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to transfer your childcare skills into the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing during the crucial early stages of their education.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting pupils within Nursery and Reception classes

Assisting with engaging EYFS activities and learning through play

Encouraging communication, language and social development

Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils, including those with ALN/SEN

Supporting emotional wellbeing, confidence and independence

Assisting with classroom routines and personal care where required

Helping to create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet individual pupil needs

Supporting indoor and outdoor learning activities

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Experience working with children or young people in any capacity

A passion for supporting children's learning and development

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A patient, nurturing and positive approach

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing

Desirable:

Experience in a nursery, preschool, childcare or school setting

Knowledge of EYFS principles and child development

Experience supporting children with ALN/SEN

CACHE Level 2/3, Childcare, Health & Social Care or similar qualification

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Ideal for Candidates From:

Nursery Assistant

Nursery Practitioner

Childcare Practitioner

Preschool Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Support Worker

Care Worker

Youth Worker

Sports Coach

Playworker

Recent Childcare/Education Graduates

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Competitive daily rates from £92 per day

Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions

Flexible working options to suit your availability

Free CPD training, including EYFS, Safeguarding and ALN courses

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Opportunities for long-term, permanent and temp-to-perm roles

Access to a wide network of schools across Monmouthshire and South East Wales

Immediate interview and registration opportunities for September starts

If you're passionate about helping children thrive and want to make a positive impact in Early Years education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Jess in the Newport Primary Team:

(phone number removed)

(url removed)

All applicants will be subject to Teaching Personnel's registration process, including references and an enhanced DBS check

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. xjnqpsq Full assistance provided.

For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Ad ID: 5418928162