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Early Years Teaching assistant

Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 9EJ

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• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 3 – Grade 4 (Pro-rata) Commencing September 2026s Contract Type: Permanent 31.25 hours per week – Term Time. Lunchtime duties included.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 4

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governing Body of Brierley CE (VC) Primary School warmly invites invite applications for an exceptional, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support our brand-new nursery provision, opening in September 2026.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a committed and nurturing practitioner to play a key role in supporting the development of a new nursery from the very beginning, as part of our already well-respected, friendly and vibrant school community.

At Brierley, we believe every child deserves the very best. We are deeply committed to ensuring all pupils grow and thrive, reaching their full potential academically, socially, personally, physically and spiritually within a nurturing, inclusive and supportive Church school environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate Early Years practitioner who will:

• Support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
• Help create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment where young children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn
• Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities, both indoors and outdoors
• Provide emotional support and care, helping children to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships
• Work closely with the class teacher to support high-quality teaching and learning
• Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery provision
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Be an enthusiastic, caring and reflective Early Years practitioner
• Have a good understanding of child development and how young children learn
• Be well organised and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be proactive, motivated and committed to high-quality Early Years practice
• Be able to nurture and support children through a child-centred approach
• Be fully committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child
• Support and uphold the school’s Christian ethos

What the school offers its staff

What we Offer

• A brand-new, purpose-built nursery facility, designed to provide an exceptional early years environment
• The unique opportunity to help shape and develop a new nursery provision from the very beginning
• A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team and governing body
• A strong, welcoming school community with highly supportive parents and carers
• A nurturing, inclusive environment rooted in Christian values
• Engaged, curious and enthusiastic young learners at the very start of their educational journey
• High-quality indoor and outdoor learning spaces, with excellent early years resources
• A strong commitment to ongoing professional development, particularly within Early Years practice

Join us and help give our youngest children the very best start to their education.

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.

Visits Welcome

We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit our school and experience our community first-hand.

To arrange a visit, please contact the school office: For more information about the school, please visit our website at www.brierleyschool.com.

Closing date for applications: 12pm Wednesday 10th June 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday11th June 2026

Interviews will be held Monday 15th June 2026

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Brierley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 204 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School website
• Email address: j.wood@brierleyschool.com
• Phone number: 01226 711332
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brierley-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email j.wood@brierleyschool.com.

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