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Bromley Heath Infant School is looking to appoint a dedicated, skilled and nurturing EYFS teaching assistant from September 2026. This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2027 but there is a strong possibility that this will be extended.
27.5 hours a week. 5 days a week: 8:45-12; 1-3:15
We are looking for a consistent adult within the team and are therefore cannot offer flexibility around these hours.
Why join our team at BHI? We offer …
•The opportunity to work in an amazing school where personal development is very strong and with strong values (our ‘Bromley Bears’) that permeate through every aspect of school life: all adults as well as children are committed to being ‘the best they can be’.
•A very supportive and professional team of staff – we are proud of being a welcoming and caring school to both children and adults.
•A high level of commitment and support from governors and parents.
•Enthusiastic and motivated pupils who enjoy learning.
•A focus on academic success alongside nurture – a happy school.
•Opportunities for high quality professional development, including learning from experienced practitioners through observation and sharing practice; INSETS and more bespoke TA training.
•A carefully developed, engaging curriculum and a school environment that we have invested in to help us be ‘the best we can be’.
•Pension scheme through S Glos.
The successful applicant must –
•have a love of working with children and a strong desire to support them to be ‘the best they can be’
•have an ability to enthuse, engage and nurture all children in our care
•be patient and flexible and have a creative and positive outlook
•be able to use their own initiative and facilitate learning in the moment
•be able to champion and celebrate children’s achievements
•have excellent relationships with children and families
•be committed to work in, and contribute, to their team
•have an ability to model our school values (the ‘Bromley Bears’) and ‘Three Golden Rules’
•have an ability to adapt practice/ approaches to meet the needs of the children and be reflective in their own practice
•be able to support children with a range of additional needs effectively
Please note that experience of working in EYFS; understanding of the expectations and foundation stage curriculum, and experience of play-based learning through continuous provision would be a strong advantage.
The post will also involve: -
•Assisting the class teacher and other professionals to deliver teaching and learning, including supporting whole class or leading small group interventions; 1:1 social and emotional or academic interventions e.g. phonics interventions throughout the day, and modelling and supporting with positive behaviour.
•Weekly EYFS team meetings (paid back through time in lieu) and termly teaching assistant meetings (within the school day)
•Liaising with teachers, parents and potentially outside agencies.
•Working effectively in a professional team creating consistency for children.
•Having high expectations for all children.
•Delivering ‘Read, Write, Inc’ phonics scheme interventions; experience in this would be an advantage.
Visits are welcome please contact the school office to book.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
Some roles may need to comply with the ‘Childcare Act 2006’ and the ‘Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009’ where additional disclosure of information will be required.
Safeguarding Statement
Bromley Heath Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.