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EYFS Teaching Assistant Location:

Newhaven, East Sussex Start Date:

September 2026 Contract:

Full-Time, Term Time Only Salary:

£14.24 per hour Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for Early Years education? A welcoming and supportive primary school in

Newhaven

is seeking a full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team from

September . This is an excellent opportunity to support young children at the start of their educational journey, helping to create a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive.

The Role As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will: Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative learning activities. Work with individual pupils and small groups to promote learning and development. Encourage children's social, emotional, and communication skills. Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment. Assist with observations, assessments, and classroom preparation. Support children's personal care where required, in line with school policies. The Ideal Candidate

Has experience working with children in an EYFS setting. Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification (desirable but not essential). Has a nurturing, patient, and positive approach. Works well as part of a team and uses their own initiative. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or is willing to obtain one). Has the right to work in the UK.

What We Offer at Teach South Sussex

£14.24 per hour. Full-time, term-time only position. A supportive and welcoming school environment. Opportunity to make a real difference to children's early learning and development. Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant. Weekly pay and a straightforward registration process. If you're passionate about helping young children flourish and are looking for a rewarding full-time role in

Newhaven , we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today

with your CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.