EYFS TA

  • Academics
  • Barnsley, Yorkshire
  • Apr 08, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

EYFS TA - Barnsley

Are you an enthusiastic EYFS TA (Early Years Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant) with a Level 3 qualification looking for flexible opportunities in Barnsley?

Academics are currently recruiting Level 3 EYFS TAs to support nurseries and primary schools across Barnsley on a temporary, ongoing supply basis.

Position: EYFS TA
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: 92.56- 95 per day (PAYE)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that suits you

About the Role

As an EYFS TA in Barnsley, you will support pupils within Nursery and Reception settings, helping to deliver engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

This EYFS TA role in Barnsley offers flexibility and variety, allowing you to gain experience across different early years settings.

You will play a key role in supporting children's early communication, social development, and readiness for learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support learning through play-based and structured activities
    Provide 1:1 and small group support
    Assist with classroom organisation and preparation
    Promote positive behaviour and engagement
    Support children's development and wellbeing
    Follow safeguarding and school procedures

Candidate Requirements

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
    Experience within early years settings
    Good understanding of child development
    Flexible and reliable approach
    Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Academics Offer

  • Flexible EYFS TA roles across Barnsley
    Competitive daily pay between 92.56 - 95 (PAYE)
    Opportunities to work in a range of nurseries and schools
    Ongoing consultant support

We also offer:

Flexibility - we offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose the days and where they work, allowing them to commit fully to their life outside of the classroom.

ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.

Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all of your placements.

Temp to perm contracts (if you are looking for a permanent role).

Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to 125 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.

If you are a qualified Level 3 EYFS TA in Barnsley, apply today to join Academics.