Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Qualified) - Full Time | Long-Term | Telford 🌟

📍 Telford

📅 Starting September 2026

💼 Full-Time, Long-Term Role

🎓 Level 3 Qualification Required

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic and highly supportive primary school in Telford on a full-time, long-term basis starting in September. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Early Years practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children at the very start of their educational journey.

This welcoming school is well known for its nurturing ethos, strong leadership team, and commitment to providing a positive and inspiring environment where both staff and pupils can thrive. There is a real sense of teamwork throughout the school, with staff working closely together to ensure every child receives the very best start in life.

The Early Years team is friendly, experienced, and highly supportive, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively and being part of a dedicated staff team. You will be working alongside the class teacher and other support staff to deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's development across all areas of the EYFS framework.

The children are described as curious, enthusiastic, and full of personality, with a strong focus on developing confidence, communication skills, and independence through creative and structured learning activities.

✨ What the role involves:

* Supporting children within Nursery and/or Reception

* Delivering high-quality EYFS support under the direction of the class teacher

* Assisting with phonics, early literacy, and numeracy activities

* Supporting learning through play-based and structured activities

* Encouraging social, emotional, and behavioural development

* Creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment

✨ What the school can offer:

* A welcoming and supportive Early Years team

* Strong leadership and clear guidance

* A positive and inclusive school environment

* Ongoing training and development opportunities

* Happy, engaged, and enthusiastic children

* Long-term stability with potential for permanent opportunities

✨ The ideal candidate will:

* Hold a Level 3 Qualification in Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning (essential)

* Have experience working within EYFS settings

* Be passionate about early childhood development

* Be caring, patient, and enthusiastic

* Have strong communication and teamwork skills

* Be committed to supporting every child's individual needs

If you are a qualified Level 3 EYFS practitioner looking for a rewarding long-term role where you can make a real difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today with Aspire People to find out more about this exciting EYFS Teaching Assistant opportunity in Telford.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks