Early Years Teaching Assistant (Level 3) | Spital Tongues, Newcastle

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Location: Spital Tongues, Newcastle
Positions Available: 2
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Love working with little learners? This one’s for you.

We’re recruiting two qualified and passionate Early Years Teaching Assistants (Level 3) to join the Early Years Foundation Stage team at a well-regarded independent school in the heart of Newcastle.

These are full-time, permanent roles starting this September, ideal for someone who brings warmth, creativity, and energy into every corner of the classroom.

About the School:
This school has a proud tradition of nurturing children’s development in a supportive, community-driven environment. The Early Years department is welcoming, well-resourced, and full of laughter. From messy play to phonics, every day is a fresh opportunity to help children grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence.

The school is located just west of the city centre, easily accessible by public transport and offering on-site parking.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting the class teacher in delivering a rich, engaging EYFS curriculum

  • Leading small group activities and supporting key learning areas

  • Observing and recording children’s progress, supporting with planning

  • Building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and the wider school team

  • Ensuring every child feels safe, happy, and included

    • What we’re looking for:

  • Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent

  • Previous experience in a nursery or EYFS setting

  • A nurturing, playful approach to learning

  • Excellent communication and teamworking skills

  • A genuine passion for early childhood development

    • Why join Protocol Education?

  • Weekly PAYE pay; no hidden deductions

  • Free access to our online CPD Academy

  • Free THRIVE Introduction training course

  • Personalised support from your dedicated consultant

  • Streamlined registration and placement process

  • Referral scheme—earn rewards for recommending friends

    • Ready to join a school where your early years expertise is truly valued? Apply today—we’ve got two spots waiting!

    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 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.

    Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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    Location:
    Newcastle Upon Tyne
    Job Type:
    FullTime

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