Job Details
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.
About the Role
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 across the Southwest, known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to providing high‑quality early years education. Schools within the Trust place a strong emphasis on creating engaging, supportive and child‑centred learning environments where every pupil can thrive.
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children during the early stages of their education. You will work closely with class teachers to support learning through play, encourage social and emotional development, and help create a safe and stimulating classroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Support children within Nursery and Reception classes.
- Assist with phonics, early literacy and numeracy activities.
- Encourage learning through play and interactive activities.
- Support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development.
- Work with pupils on a one‑to‑one basis and in small groups.
- Help 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.
- DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
Additional Information
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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
For further information, contact the Bristol office or email.
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