Early Years Teaching Assistant

Little learners need big hearts. Could yours be the perfect fit?

If you love helping young children grow in confidence, discover the world around them and celebrate every little milestone, we'd love to hear from you.

We're working with welcoming primary schools in Hartlepool and nurseries looking for enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistants to join their teams. Whether you're available to start immediately or you're planning ahead for September, we've got full-time opportunities ready and waiting.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting children within an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) classroom
• Helping to create fun, engaging learning experiences through play
• Encouraging children's social, emotional and educational development
• Working alongside teachers to provide a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment
• Building strong relationships with children, staff and families

What you'll need

• ✅ Experience supporting young children in a UK classroom or nursery setting
• ✅ Good knowledge of the EYFS Framework
• ✅ A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
• ✅ An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
• ✅ Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday

Why join Protocol Education?

We're here to make finding your next role simple, supportive and stress-free.

When you join Protocol Education, you'll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand what you're looking for
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND and alternative settings
• A straightforward registration process and local placements
• A referral scheme where you can earn rewards for recommending friends

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity now or planning your move for September, we'll help you find a school where you can make a real difference from day one.

Apply today or get in touch for a friendly chat. Your next role could be just around the corner.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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