EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas
Salary: £93 – £100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026
Applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK.
Connex Education is recruiting passionate and nurturing EYFS Teaching Assistants to work within a range of welcoming primary schools across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas. Opportunities are available on both a flexible supply basis and for short‑term and long‑term placements starting from September 2026. We work closely with a highly respected Multi‑Academy Trust in the Southwest, known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to high‑quality early years education. Schools within the Trust emphasize engaging, supportive and child‑centred learning environments where every pupil can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Supporting children within Nursery and Reception classes
- Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy activities
- Encouraging learning through play and interactive activities
- Supporting children’s social, emotional and behavioural development
- Working with pupils on a one‑to‑one basis and in small groups
- Helping to create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment
Why Join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Weekly PAYE payments
- Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit with over 24 CPD courses
- Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
- Ongoing training and wellbeing support
- Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
Person Specification
- Genuine passion for working with young children
- Patient, caring and enthusiastic
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
- Experience working with EYFS‑aged children (desirable but not essential)
- Knowledge of Phonics or Read Write Inc. (desirable)
- Adaptable, reliable and proactive
- Hold a DBS on the update service or are willing to obtain one
If you are interested in EYFS Teaching Assistant opportunities in Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. For further information, contact the Bristol office or email Connex Education.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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