Teaching Assistant - Early Years / Nursery

EYFS Specialist Teaching Assistant - Chesterfield

Flexible Supply | Long-Term Opportunities | Permanent Positions

Location: Chesterfield and surrounding areas
Contract: Flexible, Part-Time, Full-Time, Long-Term and Permanent

Are you a qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young children during their first stages of learning?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking enthusiastic, nurturing and experienced EYFS Specialist Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools and nursery settings in Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking for flexible supply work to fit around your existing commitments, a longer-term placement or your next permanent opportunity, we can help you find a role that suits your availability and career aspirations.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children within Nursery and Reception settings, helping to create a safe, stimulating and engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Working with small groups and individual children to develop early communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.

• Encouraging learning through play, exploration and practical activities.

• Supporting children's social, emotional and physical development.

• Assisting with daily routines, observations and classroom activities.

• Working collaboratively with teachers and nursery practitioners to provide high-quality early years provision.

To be considered for these opportunities, you should have:

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, with qualifications meeting the applicable requirements for inclusion in EYFS staff-to-child ratios where required.

• Previous experience supporting children within Nursery and/or Reception, gained in a mainstream primary school, school nursery or private nursery setting.

• A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and the importance of learning through play.

• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with young children.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Tradewind Recruitment is a market leader in educational recruitment and a member of the GCA Approved Supplier List, connecting talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities across local schools.

When you register with Tradewind, you'll benefit from:

• Flexible working opportunities - Choose supply work that fits around your availability, from occasional days to regular full-time placements.

• Long-term and permanent opportunities - Access a wide range of vacancies across Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

• Free CPD through The National College - Develop your skills and enhance your career with access to a comprehensive range of professional development courses.

• Easy online registration - Our straightforward registration process makes joining Tradewind simple and convenient.

• Competitive rates of pay - Reflecting your qualifications, experience and the responsibilities of the role.

• Dedicated consultant support - Receive guidance and ongoing support from an experienced local education recruitment team.

• A wide network of partner schools - Benefit from our established relationships with primary schools and early years settings across the region.

If you're an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, rewarding opportunities across Chesterfield, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you prefer the variety of day-to-day supply or the consistency of a long-term position, Tradewind Recruitment can help you take the next step in your Early Years career.

Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment and make a positive difference to children's earliest learning experiences.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.