Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting! Looking for a fulfilling EYFS Teaching Assistant role in Liverpool? We are seeking experienced and passionate EYFS one-to-one Teaching Assistants for a North Liverpool based primary school. This is a full time, long-term role starting in September 2026.

The main purpose of the role is to work one-to-one with a EYFS student with SEN considerations, the teacher and the school, to raise standards of achievement for all pupils in the EYFS.

Main Duties

• Assist with a child in class under the direction of the teacher, working primarily in a one-to-one capacity to support with designated tasks in both class lessons and play, and outside of the classroom
• Under the direction of the class teacher support learning activities and work with the individual, assisting in the implementation, and monitoring of progress, of individual education programmes
• Assist with monitoring of progress, pupil observations, and if needed, to liaise with parents under the direction of the class teacher
• Support teachers in photocopying and other tasks in preparation and support of teaching the student
• Work with class teacher to track progress and the effectiveness of interventions and strategies
• Be pro-active in thinking ahead to work with the class teacher and parents to plan adaptations to any changes in the usual school day or school trips
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety, monitoring and dealing with such things as trip hazards by ensuring equipment is tidied away, and that storage and the learning environments are used appropriately
• Subject to appropriate training and certification, administer basic first aid to pupils wherever required during the working day, dealing with any basic accidents and reporting incidents
• React and deal appropriately, in a way that is consistent with the teacher's directions, to the emotional or social behaviours of pupils
• Attend relevant in-service training and occasional staff meetings
• At all times set a good example to students in terms of dress, punctuality, attendance and calm, polite behaviours
• Any other reasonable duties as required by the Head Teacher

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

• Possess energy and enthusiasm
• Works well within a team
• Experienced within an SEN setting
• Experience working with students with ASD and ADHD considerations
• Experience as a one-to-one Teaching Assistant
• Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, behaviour, and care
• Eager to develop their skills and abilities

To join us and be successful in this role you will need:

• Minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role
• An enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• A CV that must cover the last 10 years of employment history (where possible)
• Legal right to work in the UK

If you're an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career!