Early Years Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | FTE £24,330 (£12.96 per hr) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 December 2025 |
| Location: | Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9HB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1518036 |
Summary
Position: Early Years AssistantSalary: £24,330 FTE / £12.96 per hourGrade: Surrey Pay PS3Contract: Fixed Term (with possibility of moving to permanent)Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Mon/Tues: 8:30 to 3:15, Wed & Thurs: 8:00 to 1:00, Term Time Only Location: Shere
Start Date: 5th January 2026The children, staff, and governors of The Newlands Federation are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Assistant to join our Early Years team at Shere Infant School.
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.
We are searching for a passionate and imaginative Early Years Assistant who:Has a genuine love for early years education
Thrives on using their initiative and being resourceful
Brings creativity and a sense of fun to their work
Enjoys being part of a close-knit team and has a good sense of humour
Is eager to take on challenges with a positive attitude
What we offer:
A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment
A group of inquisitive, enthusiastic, and creative children
The freedom to innovate and inspire through your teaching
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Free parking in the village for staffShopping discountsFree access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and advice
Cycle to work scheme
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 passionate about supporting children’s learning and would like to make a real difference, we’d 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.
Working Pattern: Mon/Tues: 8:30 to 3:15, Wed & Thurs: 8:00 to 1:00, Term Time Only Location: Shere
Start Date: 5th January 2026The children, staff, and governors of The Newlands Federation are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Assistant to join our Early Years team at Shere Infant School.
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.
We are searching for a passionate and imaginative Early Years Assistant who:Has a genuine love for early years education
Thrives on using their initiative and being resourceful
Brings creativity and a sense of fun to their work
Enjoys being part of a close-knit team and has a good sense of humour
Is eager to take on challenges with a positive attitude
What we offer:
A supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment
A group of inquisitive, enthusiastic, and creative children
The freedom to innovate and inspire through your teaching
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Free parking in the village for staffShopping discountsFree access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and advice
Cycle to work scheme
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 passionate about supporting children’s learning and would like to make a real difference, we’d 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.