Teaching Assistant Level 2 - EYFS

Job description

The Vacancy

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team at The Grange Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the importance of giving children the very best start to their education and who enjoys helping young children learn, grow and develop their confidence.

At The Grange Primary School, we believe that positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our nurturing, inclusive environment, where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential.

About the role

Working alongside our Early Years teachers and wider team, you will:

Support children's learning and development through purposeful play and engaging activities.

Provide individual and small-group support, adapting activities to meet children's different needs.

Help develop children's early communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.

Support early phonics and the development of positive learning behaviours.

Help create a safe, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

Support children's emotional wellbeing, independence and personal development.

Work closely with colleagues to ensure all children, including those with additional needs, are fully included in school life.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working with young children, ideally within an Early Years setting.

Has a good understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Is patient, nurturing, positive and able to build strong relationships with children.

Understands the importance of learning through play.

Can use their initiative while working effectively as part of a team.

Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and helping every child succeed.

What we can offer

At The Grange Primary School, you will be joining a supportive and dedicated team who are passionate about making a difference to children's lives.

We offer a welcoming school community, opportunities for professional development and the chance to play an important role in helping our youngest learners thrive.

We would warmly welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to providing an excellent start to every child's education.

For further information about the role please contact the school via email [email protected]

Closing date for applications Friday 30th October 2026 at 12 noon

Please see the attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Safeguarding

The Grange Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

The Council

We are collectively organised around the people and place of North Lincolnshire. Together we ensure that our communities are safe, well, prosperous and connected. We are ambitious for North Lincolnshire, we want our area to be the #BestPlace for our residents by being the #BestCouncil we can be. We achieve this through living our values - equality of opportunity, excellence, integrity and self-responsibility - in all that we do.

The Benefits

Staff discounts

Annual leave

Access to pensions

Salary sacrifice
schemes

Free car parking

Eye test and glasses reimbursements