Early Years Learning Support Assistant

Tannery Drift First School, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5DE

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  From December or January

• Closing date

  16 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time, term time: 37 hours per week.
• Contract type: Fixed term - Academic year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: H2 to H3 (depending on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and highly regarded Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing, inclusive and supportive school where every child is encouraged to thrive.

This position is term time only, plus INSET days, and is offered initially on a fixed-term contract. A Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics is essential. Experience of working in a school or childcare setting is desirable, as is an Early Years qualification.

What the school offers its staff

Tannery Drift First School is a popular two-form entry school in the market town of Royston, North Hertfordshire, catering for children from Nursery to Year 4. We are proud of our welcoming community, strong family relationships and commitment to providing the very best start for our children.

The role involves supporting learning and development within our Early Years provision, working closely with colleagues to ensure all children receive the support they need to succeed. There is a significant inclusion aspect to the role, including supporting small groups of children with additional needs. Personal care, including nappy changing and toileting support, will also form part of the daily routine.

In return, we offer the opportunity to work as part of a dedicated and supportive team, with access to high-quality training and professional development.

We may appoint before the closing date should an exceptional candidate apply, so early applications are encouraged.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact the school office on 01763 246549.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. Full details can be found in the Job Description. The school is committed to providing all staff with high quality training to ensure that they can carry out their role to the best of their ability.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Tannery Drift First School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 320 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Tannery Drift First School website
• Email address: admin@tannerydrift.herts.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01763246549
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tannery-drift-school

Arranging a visit to Tannery Drift First School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@tannerydrift.herts.sch.uk.

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