EYFS Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: Derbyshire
Job Expires: 2026-10-03

Schools and Academies

Closing date: 03 October 2026

Do you want to work in a vibrant, welcoming and family centred school with the welfare of our children at its heart?

Do you want to join a dedicated team of friendly staff? 

Come and join us! 

We are looking to appoint a friendly enthusiastic caring and highly motivated early years teaching assistant to work with our EYFS children in our nursery and reception classes! 

We are looking for someone who:

  • has experience of working with EYFS children through a play based curriculum.
  • is patient caring and enthusiastic with a positive and proactive attitude.
  • works well as part of a team and values collaboration.
  • has experience in working to a timetable in order to help children regulate themselves.
  • has experience of working with children with speech and language needs.
  • has experience following Send support plans/EHCP targets.
  • attending meetings with professionals and supporting parents.
  • is able to support children’s personal hygiene.
  • has experience in delivering an individualised learning programme in conjunction with the class teacher.
  • has experience in adapting planning to suit the children’s specific needs.
  • has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • holds high expectations for pupils achievement and behaviour
  • holds a level three qualification related to supporting children in EYFS.

Hours of Work:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am – 3.20pm

Tuesday 8.00am – 3.20pm

Provisional Interview Date:  Week commencing 4 October 2026