Early Years Teaching Assistant

Description:

Do you love the buzz of an Early Years classroom? Are you the kind of person who can jump into any situation, think on your feet, and keep little learners engaged, supported and smiling throughout the day? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to support within a Reception class. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands the importance of creating a positive, nurturing start to a child's school journey.

No two days are the same in Reception, so we're looking for someone who can adapt quickly, use their initiative and get stuck into every aspect of school life.

You'll be:

✨ Supporting children with their learning through play and structured activities
✨ Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
✨ Encouraging positive social, emotional and behavioural development
✨ Supporting children both inside and outside the classroom
✨ Helping to create a fun, engaging and safe learning environment
✨ Working closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team
✨ Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

We're looking for someone who:

✅ Has previous experience working with young children, either in a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting
✅ Has a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
✅ Is confident, proactive and willing to get involved in all areas of the classroom
✅ Can adapt quickly and support wherever needed
✅ Has a warm, caring and patient approach
✅ Is reliable, hardworking and professional
✅ Brings positivity, energy and enthusiasm to the school day

This is a brilliant opportunity to become part of a supportive school where your experience and ideas will be valued. You'll be working alongside a dedicated team who are passionate about giving children the very best start to their education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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