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EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 110 - 120 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derby, Derbyshire

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Derby City Centre, DE1
 £110-£120 per day
 Start Date: September 2026
 Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Derby City Centre from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Early Years practitioner who understands how to create an engaging, nurturing and structured environment for young children. Working within the school's EYFS provision, you will support children as they develop the communication, social and early academic skills needed to make a successful start to their education.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, warm and confident getting involved in all aspects of the EYFS day, from adult-led activities and phonics to continuous provision and learning through play.

About the Role

Working alongside the class teacher and wider EYFS team, you will:

* Support children across Nursery and/or Reception with their learning and development
 * Deliver engaging play-based and adult-led activities in line with the EYFS Framework
 * Support early phonics, reading, communication and numeracy development
 * Lead targeted 1:1 and small group activities where required
 * Encourage children's independence, confidence and positive social interactions
 * Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs where appropriate
 * Contribute to observations and assessments of children's development
 * Help maintain stimulating indoor and outdoor continuous provision
 * Promote positive behaviour and children's personal, social and emotional development
 * Work closely with teachers and support staff to ensure children receive consistent support

Ideal Candidate Profile

* Level 3 Early Years, Childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification - highly desirable
 * Previous experience working within EYFS, Nursery or Reception
 * Good understanding of the EYFS Framework and child development
 * Experience supporting early phonics and communication development
 * Confident supporting children through structured learning and purposeful play
 * SEND experience is advantageous
 * Patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with young children
 * Proactive and willing to become fully involved in the wider EYFS environment
 * Reliable and committed to a long-term school-based role

About the School

* Located in Derby City Centre (DE1), easily accessible from Normanton, Littleover, Chaddesden, Mackworth and Alvaston
 * Welcoming and inclusive primary school
 * Supportive and experienced EYFS team
 * Engaging indoor and outdoor Early Years provision
 * Strong emphasis on children's development, wellbeing and school readiness
 * Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

* Long-term opportunity offering stability and consistency
 * Weekly pay through our streamlined digital payroll system
 * Free CPD including EYFS, Phonics, SEND and Safeguarding training
 * Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
 * Opportunities to progress into permanent school-based positions

Next Steps

If you're an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for a September opportunity in Derby City Centre, apply today with your CV.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory professional references

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