About this role

Position

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Salary

FTE : £25,133 (£13.39 per hour)

Grade

Surrey Pay PS3

Contract

Fixed Term, ending August 2027

Hours

16.5 hours per week

Working Pattern

Mon

8:30am to 3:15pm,

Tues

12:00 to 3:15am,

Wed & Thurs

8:30am - 12, Term Time Only

Location

Shere Infant School & Nursery

Start Date

ASAPThe children, staff, and governors of The Newlands Federation are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team at Shere Infant School & Nursery.

About Shere School

Nestled in the picturesque village of Shere, in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Shere School offers a unique and inspiring environment for both teaching and learning. We are a small, nurturing school where our holistic and ambitious curriculum is delivered through engaging pedagogies such as play, storytelling, the arts, nature, dialogue, and games. This approach supports the natural development of children, fosters their mental health, and cultivates their curiosity and independence.

What we’re looking for

We are searching for a passionate and imaginative

Early Years Teaching Assistant who

Has a genuine love for early years educationThrives on using their initiative and being resourcefulBrings creativity and a sense of fun to their workEnjoys being part of a close-knit team and has a good sense of humourIs eager to take on challenges with a positive attitude

What we offer

A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environmentA group of inquisitive, enthusiastic, and creative childrenThe freedom to innovate and inspire through your teachingA strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balanceFree parking in the village for staffShopping discountsFree access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and advice

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing

We understand that teaching can be both rewarding and challenging. That’s why at Shere, we prioritise the wellbeing of all staff. We are committed to supporting you in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and fostering a working environment where your individual needs are respected and met.Interested?If you are creative and passionate with a strong commitment to holistic education, we would love to hear from you. We warmly invite you to visit us at Shere before applying, so you can experience our beautiful school first hand.

Please note

We may interview strong candidates before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.