Support new learners as they take their first steps in education!
A warm and welcoming school in Leeds is looking for a qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. If you’re passionate about working with children and want to make a real difference during these vital early stages of development, this is a fantastic opportunity to build meaningful experience in a supportive, inclusive environment.
The role
You’ll be working closely with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Your day will involve leading sensory circuits, supporting emotional regulation, implementing behaviour strategies, working 1:1 or in small groups, and helping children access learning through play. You’ll follow individual EHCPs to deliver personalised support and play a key role in both academic and social development.
The ideal person
You must hold a recognised Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification (Level 2 or above). We are looking for someone who is calm, caring, and patient, with a genuine enthusiasm for helping young children thrive. Experience in a school, nursery or early years setting is highly beneficial, whether through placements or paid work. A positive attitude and willingness to support all pupils is key.
The school
Based in Leeds, the school is a close-knit, inclusive primary setting with a strong community feel. Staff work together to provide a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn. The school offers tailored support to ensure every child has the best start in their education.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Full time and part time applicants welcome
The benefits
Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.
Make a real difference during vital early stages of development!
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