EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3

We are seeking to appoint a permanent Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our EYFS provision.Hours: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per yearSalary: Grade 5, Points 11–14 (£29,779 – £32,308 per annum)Pro rata salary: £20,834 – £22,604 per annumClosing date for applications: Midnight, 31st May 2026Interviews: 10th June 2026 We can offer you:
Opportunities for continuing professional development
Be part of TMET, a vibrant and outward looking multi academy trust
A dynamic, committed and professional staff
Over 250 friendly and enthusiastic children
You will:
Hold a Teaching Assistant Qualification Be committed to removing barriers to learning (alongside the team)
Be organised and efficient with a sense of humour
Be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
Be able to work as part of a team
Preferably have EYFS/ KS1 experience Preferably have SEMH and SEND experience About The Mead Educational Trust
TMET is a growing family of 15 schools in Leicester and Leicestershire. We believe that together we make a positive difference to the life chances of our children, to our communities and each other. Many organisations say that their staff are their greatest asset; at TMET we truly believe it.
Why Work for Us?
A happy and fulfilling workplace – 96% of Mead staff say this is a friendly place
Career development pathways – for staff at all layers and in all roles
Cross school networks to share and learn from each other
Discounts and savings from the UK’s major retailers
24/7 confidential helpline for mental, physical, financial or personal issues
24/7 GP telephone helpline
Health Cash Plan
Generous employer pension contribution for all staffAs a family of schools, we use our collective strength and talents in order to make a positive difference to our children, young people and communities. Every person who works for TMET has a role in helping our children succeed, from caretakers to teaching assistants to IT professionals.
At the heart of all we do is a commitment to provide our children with access to a world-class education, our schools with excellent school-to-school support, and our staff with high quality professional development. Our people really are our greatest asset and we are always looking for ways to help them develop and grow their careers. We have a brilliant team of staff who support and encourage each other, within and across our schools and central Trust.