Learning Support Assistant – Early Years

Sutton in Ashfield

£400-£600 per week (dependent on experience)

About the role

Connex Education works with multi academy trusts and primary schools across Nottinghamshire to provide supply staff.

We are currently seeking a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant for an immediate start position in the Early Years department of a primary school in Sutton in Ashfield. This role has the potential to extend until the end of the academic year. As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you’ll be supporting children’s learning and development in their crucial first year of primary education, working alongside experienced teachers to deliver the EYFS curriculum.

Assignment Details

• Immediate start available
• Potential for long-term position until the end of the academic year
• Full-time hours during term time
• Working within Reception class
• Supporting the implementation of EYFS curriculum

Person Specification

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification required
• Experience working in primary school early years settings preferred
• Strong understanding of EYFS framework and primary education
• Passionate about early childhood development and education
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Caring and nurturing approach with the ability to maintain classroom discipline

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression via our TA to Tutor conversion course
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

If you’re interested in this rewarding opportunity or would like to discuss other supply positions in Nottinghamshire schools, please apply today. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity.