At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children in their learning and development within a nurturing environment.
- Company: Smile Education, dedicated to inspiring young minds in welcoming primary schools.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a supportive consultant throughout your journey.
- Other info: Join a passionate team and enjoy career growth in a rewarding field.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying flexible work opportunities.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and UK classroom experience.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
Qualified Early Years Teaching Assistants (Level 2 & Level 3) Wanted
Inspire Young Minds Every Day Are you a qualified and experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?
Smile Education is recruiting passionate Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistants to support a number of welcoming primary schools across Middlesbrough.
Whether you're looking for long-term, short-term, or flexible supply work, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
- Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities.
- Provide one-to-one and small group support.
- Encourage children's social, emotional, and educational development.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
- Support children with SEND where required.
- Prepare classroom resources and assist with daily classroom activities.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
About You
- A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
- A minimum of 6 months' UK experience working in a primary school or nursery.
- Experience supporting children with a range of learning needs, including SEND (desirable).
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
- Strong behaviour management skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Why Choose Smile Education?
- Competitive daily pay of £95–£110.
- Flexible work to suit your availability.
- Long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities.
- A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your journey.
- Opportunities to work in welcoming and supportive schools.
- £200 Refer-a-Friend Bonus.
Essential Requirements
- Hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Have at least 6 months' UK classroom or nursery experience.
- Be able to provide two years of professional references.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one through Smile Education.
- Have the Right to Work in the UK (please note that sponsorship is not available).
Please Do Not Apply If You
- Do not have a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Do not have UK classroom or nursery experience.
- Do not have the Right to Work in the UK.
- Are unable to provide professional references.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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