Job Introduction
Start Date: 18th January 2027
Contract: Fixed term until the return of the substantive postholder, approx. end date October 2027
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team on a full-time maternity cover basis.
Our small rural primary school is at the heart of its local community and offers a nurturing, family-focused environment where every child is known and valued. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Early Years setting, helping to provide high-quality learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
Working alongside the EYFS teacher, you will:
- Support pupils in Pre School and Reception to access learning and make excellent progress.
- Help plan and deliver engaging play-based activities.
- Foster children's personal, social and emotional development.
Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
- Support children with a range of needs, ensuring all pupils feel included and successful.
- Contribute to observations, assessments and learning journals.
- Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working with young children, preferably within an Early Years setting.
- Understands child development and the EYFS Framework.
- Is patient, nurturing and committed to helping every child succeed.
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Can show initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude.
- Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential for candidates with relevant experience).
We can offer:
Friendly, welcoming children who enjoy coming to school.
A supportive and dedicated staff team.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A beautiful rural setting with strong community links.
- The chance to make a real difference to children's early educational experiences.
We hope the successful candidate would also be interested in a MDSA role of an additional 5 hours per week, paid at G2, to support EYFS and KS1 pupils during their lunchtimes.
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school to meet our children and staff and experience the welcoming atmosphere for themselves.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
For an application pack and further information, please contact:
Kelsey Primary
01652 678387
enquiries@kelseyprimary.co.uk
Closing Date: 13th November 2026
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
