EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: Bristol
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: Primary Teaching and Learning Assistants
Reference: 311022790
Salary: £13.75 - 14.50 per hour + PAYE/CPD/Refer a friend £50
Job Published: about 14 hours ago

If you love the magic of early learning, muddy puddles, and helping children take their very first steps in school, this could be just the role for you.

This warm and welcoming 2-form entry primary school in BS13 is looking for an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. The school has a strong community ethos, supportive leadership, and a real focus on giving children the best possible start, both academically and emotionally.

You’ll be working in a busy, nurturing EYFS setting, supporting children with play-based learning, routines, and early social skills. Staff work closely together here, and support is always on hand, whether you’re helping with phonics, settling a child who’s having a wobble, or celebrating those lightbulb moments.

The role will involve:

  • Supporting children in Nursery or Reception

  • Helping deliver engaging, play-based activities

  • Supporting personal care and daily routines where needed

  • Encouraging confidence, independence, and curiosity

This role is ideal for someone patient, enthusiastic, and passionate about early years development, especially within a school that values its support staff.

What Protocol Education offers:

  • Weekly PAYE pay

  • Free access to our CPD Academy

  • Ongoing support from a local consultant who actually listens

Apply now or give the branch a call on 0117 945 3960 for a friendly, no-pressure chat about the roles.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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