Full job descriptionEarly Years Teaching Assistant - NorthamptonLocation: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:45am - 3:15pm)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only (38 Weeks Per Year)
Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 FTE - Actual Salary £15,461.53 - £15,704.13
Are you passionate about supporting young children during the most important stage of their education?
Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and nurturing Church school in Northampton that is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit school community where children’s wellbeing, development, and achievement are at the heart of everything they do.
The RoleAs an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:
*Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) both in and outside the classroom

*Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging and stimulating learning activities

*Support children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to help them achieve their full potential

*Encourage the development of children’s social, emotional, and communication skills

*Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

*Contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school community

We Are Looking For Someone Who:*Is enthusiastic, approachable, friendly, and positive in their contribution to the whole school community

*Can work confidently, effectively, flexibly, and independently when required

*Has previous experience supporting children of a relevant age, ideally within a school or educational setting

*Has strong communication skills and enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team

*Demonstrates good literacy and numeracy skills

*Can build positive working relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

*Is committed to ongoing professional development

*Shows initiative, creativity, and adaptability in different situations

*Is passionate about safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeing

*Is keen to support the values and ethos of a Church school

What the School Offers*A warm and welcoming school environment that feels like one big family

*Strong relationships between children, parents, staff, and the wider school community

*The opportunity to work alongside an ambitious and supportive Senior Leadership Team that values and develops staff talents

*Excellent CPD and career development opportunities through the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust (PDET)

*A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s early educational experiences

Why Work with Tradewind?*Competitive weekly pay

*Access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through The National College

*Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant

*Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions within schools

Apply TodayIf you are passionate about supporting young children and are looking for a rewarding Early Years Teaching Assistant role in Northampton, we would love to hear from you.