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Could You Be Our New EYFS Teaching Assistant?
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our caring and committed team at Mundella Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for Early Years education to work within either our Preschool or EYFS (Reception) classes, depending on experience and school need.
Post Details
1. 31.25 hours per week (8.30am-3.15pm)
2. Term time only plus one week (flexible working considered)
3. KSB (Veritas Range 4) pro-rata: £18497.47 (FTE £25126)
4. Fixed for one year to 31st January, 2027
About the Role
At Mundella, we recognise that the early years are a crucial stage in a child’s development. As part of our dedicated EYFS team, you will help create a nurturing, stimulating and enriching environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn.
Working alongside our Early Years leader, experienced TAs and colleagues, you will support teaching and learning by providing both general classroom/ preschool support and targeted interventions for individuals and small groups. You will play a vital role in helping children develop key early skills, independence and confidence.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for Early Years, who is ready for a new challenge within a friendly and supportive school.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
5. Has experience working in an EYFS setting (Preschool or Reception)
6. Understands child development and the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage
7. Values every child as an individual and puts their needs at the centre of all practice
8. Makes learning fun, purposeful and appropriately challenging
9. Brings enthusiasm, creativity and a positive attitude to daily practice
10. Works effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
11. Is ambitious, reflective and keen to contribute to whole-school improvement
12. Builds strong relationships with children, families and staff to support the best possible outcomes
We are also keen to hear from candidates who bring specific experience in speech and language support, SEND, early communication, or school‑readiness development.
What We Offer
13. A friendly, welcoming and supportive school community
14. An experienced and collaborative EYFS team
15. A comprehensive training and induction programme
16. Opportunities for professional development across the Trust
17. A nurturing environment that values staff wellbeing and teamwork
If you feel you have the passion, skills and commitment to make a difference to our youngest learners, we would love to hear from