Location: St. Helens
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: September
Salary – £92 per day
Level 2 Teaching Assistant (EYFS Focus)
Make a Real Impact in Early Years Education in St. Helens
Exclusive Education, one of the North West’s leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to partner with Primary and Special Educational Needs schools across the region. We are currently seeking a Level 2 (or above) Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in St. Helens, working specifically within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children at the very beginning of their educational journey—whether you have classroom experience or a background in nursery settings, childcare, or other early years-focused environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils aged 3–5 years in their daily learning and development
- Assist the class teacher with phonics, early literacy, and numeracy activities
- Contribute to play-based and structured learning activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Monitor children’s progress and contribute to assessments and observations
- Help create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive learning environment
- Promote independence, social interaction, and emotional development
- Work collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs to support the needs of the whole class
Candidate Requirements:
- Ideally hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2, or 3) – desirable but not essential
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Experience working with young children in the last 2 years – in school, nursery, or alternative childcare settings such as playgroups or early years clubs
- A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Two professional references relating to work with children
- A current Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
What Exclusive Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Strong relationships with local schools
- A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for ongoing support
- A fast and smooth registration and clearance process
- A genuine commitment to safeguarding and educational quality
Interested?
Send your CV to: enquiries@exclusiveeducation.co.uk
📞 Or call 01925 594940 to discuss other early years roles across the North West.
Referral Bonus:
Refer a Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Cover Supervisor and receive £50 in vouchers when they work with us (terms apply).