Teaching Assistant – EYFS

First for Education are currently seeking a nurturing, experienced, and high-energy Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming setting in Dudley. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to support young learners during these vital early stages of development, helping to create a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment.

We have full-time and part-time interim opportunities available, with an immediate start for the right candidate. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early learning while being part of a supportive and caring team.

If you’re passionate about early years education and love bringing energy, warmth, and creativity into the classroom, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now and take the next step in your education career! 🌈✨

What we are looking for:

Are you passionate about early years education and looking for flexibility in your work life while making a real difference to children’s learning and development? We are seeking dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants who thrive in a busy, creative classroom environment.

The ideal candidates will be reliable, well-organised, and committed to supporting children to reach their full potential. You’ll need excellent time-keeping, strong organisational skills, and a positive, proactive attitude to help create a safe, stimulating, and fun learning environment.

Requirements:

• Relevant EYFS Level 2 or 3 Early Years/Teaching Assistant qualification

• Genuine passion for early years education

• Enhanced DBS check required

• 2 professional references

All our staff, including classroom supply teachers who register with us, must hold a valid enhanced DBS. We can cross-check a current one via the DBS Update Service, or support you to apply for a new one. All new staff are interviewed by an FFE consultant to ensure the best fit for our schools.

Why Work with First for Education?

At First for Education, we pride ourselves on our close partnerships with schools and our commitment to supporting our teachers. When you work with us, you benefit from:

• Competitive day-to-day and long-term day rates.
• One-to-one support from a personal consultant.
• Flexible work options – choose from full-time, part-time, or day-to-day placements.
• Ongoing CPD and training to develop your skills.
• Recommend a friend’ referral scheme.
• First For Education are proud holders of the APSCO audited accreditation which means our recruitment practices are of the highest standard.

To apply:

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We are always looking for talented staff across Birmingham, Dudley, Oldbury, Sandwell, Sedgley, Shropshire, Smethwick, South Staffordshire, Stourbridge, Telford and Wrekin, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Worcestershire.