Early Years Teaching Assistant New

Location: Washington
Start Date: ASAP - rest of summer term
Contract: Flexible supply work across multiple nursery and primary school settings
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Travel: Access to transport desirable due to potential travel between schools

Teaching Personnel are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and nurturing Nursery Teaching Assistant to support Early Years pupils in Washington to start ASAP.
This role may involve placements across multiple nursery classes or Early Years units, depending on school demand at the time, offering you the chance to gain varied experience and build strong relationships within local settings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about Early Years education and looking for flexible, rewarding work.

• Support children aged 3–5 in line with the EYFS framework.
• Assist the class teacher with daily routines and activities.
• Lead small group play and learning sessions to promote development.
• Support with phonics, early number skills, communication, and social development.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist with personal care routines as required.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents/carers.

• Ideally a Level 2 or 3 Early Years / Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience working within EYFS, nursery, or preschool settings is highly desirable.
• A patient, caring, and child-centred approach.
• A strong understanding of early childhood development.
• Flexibility to work across a number of schools depending on demand.
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Competitive hourly/daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance.
• Access to exclusive long-term and permanent opportunities across County Durham.
• Free and discounted CPD courses, including EYFS, safeguarding, and behaviour support.
• Flexible work to suit your availability and preferences.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of Early Years settings.

If you're a nurturing, enthusiastic individual passionate about working in Early Years and looking for flexible nursery roles this September, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to begin your registration and explore upcoming opportunities in Chester-le-Street.