Primary Teaching Assistant
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Outstanding primary school, supporting pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about early childhood development and eager to work in a supportive, high-performing school environment.
Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm Contract
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support learning and development within the EYFS setting. You will help create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can thrive both academically and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support the delivery of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
2. Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
3. Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils
4. Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
5. Support pupils’ social, emotional, and personal development
6. Observe, record, and contribute to assessments of pupil progress
7. Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff
Requirements
8. Relevant Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)
9. Experience working in an EYFS setting (school or nursery)
10. A caring, patient, and proactive approach
11. Strong behaviour management and communication skills
12. High expectations for pupil development and wellbeing
13. Commitment to professional development
What We Offer
14. An Outstanding school with a strong reputation
15. Supportive leadership and mentoring
16. Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
17. Well-resourced Early Years classrooms
18. A welcoming and collaborative staff team
If you are an Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in an Outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.
Feel free to contact me via, 0161 327 0001, or apply directly.
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