Learning Support Assistant (Reception / EYFS)

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Full-Time Learning Support Assistant (Reception / EYFS)

Start Date: September

Pay: £89.32 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young learners at the very start of their educational journey? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school within a Reception / EYFS setting this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact—helping children build confidence, develop key skills, and thrive in a nurturing early years environment.

The Role:

You will be working closely with the class teacher to support children aged 4–5, assisting with phonics, early numeracy, and creative play-based learning. You’ll play a key role in creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom where every child feels supported.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support within Reception
  • Assist with early literacy and numeracy development
  • Support children with additional learning needs where required
  • Help create a fun, safe, and stimulating learning environment
  • Encourage positive behaviour and social development

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working with children (EYFS experience highly desirable)
  • A nurturing, patient, and proactive attitude
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for education and child development

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily rate of £89.32
  • £50 Refer-a-Friend Scheme
  • FREE Safeguarding Training
  • FREE Behaviour Management Training
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to build a career in education or gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and rewarding environment.

If you’re ready to make a difference from day one, apply now to secure your role for September.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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