EYFS Teaching Assistant

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Warm & Welcoming Primary School Rotherham Full-Time Immediate Start

Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Competitive Salary (Dependent on Experience)
Full-Time Term-Time Only Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity

EYFS Teaching Assistant Job in Rotherham - Join a Nurturing Primary School

Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Rotherham?

Our warm and welcoming primary school in Rotherham is seeking a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our supportive EYFS team. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape children's first experiences of school in a nurturing, child-centred environment.

If you are committed to supporting young learners and creating a positive start to their education, we would love to hear from you.

The Role - EYFS Teaching Assistant (Rotherham Primary School)

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning within Nursery or Reception

• Deliver engaging, play-based learning activities alongside the class teacher

• Provide 1:1 and small group support, including for children with SEND

• Support early phonics, communication, and early maths development

• Help create a stimulating and safe indoor and outdoor learning environment

• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour

• Observe and record pupil progress in line with the EYFS Framework

You will play a vital role in helping children feel safe, valued, and excited about learning.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant in Rotherham who:

• Has experience working in Early Years or a primary school setting

• Understands the EYFS Framework and child development principles

• Is patient, nurturing, and energetic

• Has strong communication and teamwork skills

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification (desirable)

• Has an enhanced DBS certificate (or is willing to obtain one)

Experience supporting speech and language needs or children with additional needs is highly desirable.

Why Join Our Rotherham Primary School?

• A genuinely warm, inclusive, and supportive school community

• Experienced and approachable leadership team

• Well-resourced Early Years provision with strong outdoor learning

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• Excellent transport links across Rotherham and surrounding areas