Early Years Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference EYTA_1763733609

Closing date December 22, 2025

Location Wakefield, United Kingdom

Status Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

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Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contract: Flexible Supply / Short-Term / Long-Term Opportunities Salary: £90 - £110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you a nurturing and patient Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Would you like the flexibility of working across a variety of primary schools in the Wakefield area while making a real difference in young children's lives?

We're looking for Early Years Teaching Assistants to join our education supply agency and provide high-quality support to pupils with additional learning needs in nursery and reception settings.

What we offer:

• Roles across Early Years and Foundation Stage (EYFS) settings
• Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Competitive daily pay and weekly payroll
• Dedicated support from an experienced and friendly recruitment team

Your responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 or small-group support for children with SEN, including those with autism, speech and language difficulties, or social-emotional needs
• Supporting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging Early Years environment
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to support learning and development
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to ensure consistent support

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN (school, nursery, or childcare setting)
• A calm, caring, and patient approach to working with young children
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• An enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare, or Teaching Assistance (desirable)

Apply Today!

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in Early Years education and want flexible opportunities in Wakefield primary schools, register with our agency today!

???? Apply now or send your CV to ojewitt@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'