Job description
Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockton
Pay: £90–£120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Do you enjoy supporting young children as they take their first steps in learning, development, and social growth?
GSL Education are hiring an Early Years Teaching Assistant to help develop the young learners in Stockton. We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual who can help create a positive and engaging environment where children feel supported and encouraged to learn.
The Early Years TA role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to children's early development while helping them build confidence, communication skills, and independence.
Responsibilities:
- Support children during play-based and structured learning activities
- Help create a safe, stimulating, and welcoming learning environment
- Encourage the development of social, emotional, and communication skills
- Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage participation in daily activities
- Work closely with staff to support children's progress and wellbeing
Early Years Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Experience working with young children in educational, childcare, or support settings
- Understanding of early childhood development and learning principles
- Patient, caring, and nurturing approach to supporting children
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to create positive relationships with children, staff, and families
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Competitive daily rates
- Opportunity to support children during an important stage of development
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
- Valuable experience within early years learning environments
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Early Years Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.