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Early Years Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start!

Posted: 07-05-2025
Category: Teaching Assistants
Location: Salford
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: £83.40 - £100 per day

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and eager to make a meaningful impact in early education?
Do you have the energy, creativity, and care to support children as they take their first steps into school life?
This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Smile Education is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and community-focused primary school located in the M5 area of Salford. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to providing a safe and stimulating learning environment where every child is valued and supported.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Position: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: M5, Salford
Start Date: Immediate
Pay: £83.40 – £100.00 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-Time

About the Role:

Support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in both group and 1:1 settings
Work alongside the class teacher to deliver interactive, play-based learning activities
Foster key areas of development including communication, social skills, and early literacy/numeracy
Create a warm and engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity and confidence

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with children in a childcare, nursery, or health care setting
Relevant qualifications in childcare, early years, or health and social care are essential
A genuine passion for early years education and child development
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young children
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning across the classroom
A full enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to apply through Smile Education)

Why Join Smile Education?

Competitive and transparent pay structure
Flexible roles to suit your availability
Access to ongoing CPD and professional development
Friendly support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities to work in inclusive and well-led school settings

About the School:
This is a vibrant and diverse primary school with a strong community presence.
It was recently rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted.
Leadership was noted as effective, and children in the early years were observed to be “happy, engaged, and eager to learn.”

How to apply:
To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sarah at sarah@smile-education.co.uk.
Please note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

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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