EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary: Competitive daily rates (£93-£95 per day, depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Potential for a permanent position

Are you passionate about supporting young children during the most important stages of their education? Are you looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming and supportive primary school?

Academics Ltd, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, is currently recruiting an enthusiastic and caring EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic primary school in St. Albans.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Early Years experience who is committed to helping children flourish both academically and socially within a nurturing education and training environment.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative Early Years lessons.
• Work closely with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and development.
• Encourage children's confidence, independence, and social skills through play-based learning.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation, observations, and learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting, either in a primary school or nursery.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification (desirable but not essential).
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

At Academics, we specialise in connecting talented education professionals with schools where they can thrive. When you work with us, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Access to a wide range of primary schools across St Albans and Hertfordshire.
• Dedicated support from an experienced local education consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and flexible work.
• Free safeguarding and CPD training.
• A straightforward registration process and ongoing career support.

Whether you're looking to build your career within primary education and training, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your CV to Academics Ltd, and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting EYFS Teaching Assistant opportunity in St. Albans.