Reception Teaching Assistant St Helens Your new role We are working with a school in the St Helens area who are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about early childhood education to work within their reception class. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to make a real difference. This position is to start in September on a full-time temporary contract with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate. Key duties are not limited to: Support the development of children's social, emotional and motor skills Support the teacher in delivering the curriculum Ensure all children are engaged in learning and activities Develop children's language skills Work with smaller groups to support their learning development Support the teacher in managing classroom behaviour What you'll need to succeed Full right to work in the UK DBS Experience working with young children Level 2 TA qualification desirable Compassionate and Patient Great communication skills Pro-active and enthusiastic What you'll get in return A chance to work with a globally established company Free online training courses relevant to your industry A dedicated and experienced consultant to assist you through your work journey A fixed term contract with the possibility of a permanent position A competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.