Early Years Teaching Assistants

Looking for flexible EYFS Teaching Assistant jobs in Erdington, Birmingham?

We are hiring passionate and reliable EYFS Teaching Assistants to work in local primary schools, Nursery settings, and Reception classes across the area. These roles are available on a full-time and part-time basis, with immediate starts available.

This is an excellent opportunity for Teaching Assistants, Nursery Practitioners, Learning Support Assistants, and childcare professionals who enjoy supporting young children during the early stages of learning and development.

Job Details

Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Erdington, Birmingham
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Full-Time and Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Sector: Education and Training

About the EYFS Teaching Assistant Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children in Nursery and Reception classes within primary schools and Early Years settings. You will help pupils learn through play, classroom activities, phonics, and group learning sessions.

You will work closely with class teachers and Early Years staff to create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment where children feel supported and encouraged every day.

No two days are the same, making this a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and making a difference in education.

EYFS Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Support Nursery and Reception pupils during lessons and activities
• Help children with early learning, phonics, reading, and communication skills
• Provide one-to-one and small group support when needed
• Assist teachers with classroom preparation and daily routines
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Support children’s emotional and educational development throughout the school day

Requirements for the EYFS Teaching Assistant Role

To apply for this EYFS Teaching Assistant position, you should have:

• Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare settings
• A positive and patient approach to working with young learners
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for Early Years Education
• An understanding of the EYFS framework is desirable
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Teaching Assistant support is beneficial but not essential

Why Apply for EYFS Teaching Assistant Jobs in Birmingham?

• • Flexible full-time and part-time work available
  • Opportunities in a range of primary schools and Nursery settings
  • Friendly and supportive school environments
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Immediate start dates available
  • Valuable experience within Early Years and primary education
  • Ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in education or childcare

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email chloe at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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