EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Our 'Bring It!' vision requires us to ensure our pupils are excited by and fully engaged in their learning and school experience more widely. We support them to use their talents to create positive school memories with their friends that will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Our aim is to inspire a lifetime of adventure.

As a Church of England Trust, we support its vision for education which is deeply Christian, with Jesus' promise of 'life in all its fullness' at its heart.

Spark Curiosity, Nurture Wonder, Shape the Future!

Are you an enthusiastic, caring, and qualified Level 3 Early Years practitioner ready to make a dynamic impact on young lives?

At St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust, we believe the early years are where the magic begins. We are expanding our passionate nursery team within our Bodmin Hub and looking for two creative, high-energy Level 3 Teaching Assistants to help our little learners thrive.

Choose the Role That Fits You:

We are seeking adaptable and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants to join our early years team. Working with children across our pre-school setting (ages 12 months to 5 years), you will support play-based learning, key developmental milestones, sensory play, and outdoor discovery while building strong, trusted relationships with our children and families.

We have both Permanent (Part-Time) and Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (Full-Time) opportunities available.

Please state clearly at the beginning of your personal statement whether you are interested in the Part-Time (Permanent) role, the Full-Time (Fixed-Term) role, or if you wish to be considered for both.

Please note: These roles are essential and as such we will be interviewing as suitable applicants apply. We reserve the right to close this role early should vacancies be filled before the closing date

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

A Hub of Support & Growth: Be part of a warm, collaborative team across our Bodmin Hub ( St Tudy, St Maybn, Winnow, Lerryn & St Petrocs) backed by the wider vision and resources of St Barnabas MAT.

Child-Centred Excellence: Work in an environment that prioritises child-led play, outdoor exploration, and creative learning.

Professional Development: Access continuous training, mentorship, and opportunities to build your career within a supportive academy trust.

Key Responsibilities

Inspire & Engage: Plan and deliver stimulating, inclusive activities aligned with the EYFS curriculum to nurture curiosity and confidence.

Key Person Role: Observe, assess, and track children’s progress, creating dynamic learning journeys and forming strong partnerships with parents/carers.

Safe & Welcoming Environment: Maintain exceptional standards of safeguarding, emotional well-being, personal care, and safety.

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you bring:

Qualifications: A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, NCFE CACHE Level 3, or equivalent).

Passion & Energy: A genuine love for early child development, whether you're building blanket forts with toddlers or leading outdoor exploration with pre-schoolers.

Strong Teamwork: A collaborative approach, flexibility, and a positive, can-do attitude.

Warm Communication: The ability to engage warmly and effectively with children, colleagues, and parents alike.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.

In all of our trust schools any employee may be required to be moved into a role which meets disqualification under the Childcare Act requirements.