EYFS Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting young children at the very start of their educational journey?
Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and nurturing team at a welcoming primary school in Congleton.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to making a positive impact in the early years, working closely with the class teacher to support learning, play, and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
About the role:
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning experiences for EYFS pupils
- Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
- Assist with planning and preparation of activities, both indoor and outdoor
- Work with small groups and individuals to support early literacy, numeracy, and social skills
- Observe and monitor pupil progress and contribute to learning journals
- Provide care and pastoral support in line with safeguarding policies
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in an EYFS or early childhood setting (Level 2 or 3 qualification desired but not essential)
- Demonstrates a caring, patient, and energetic approach
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Is committed to the wellbeing and progress of every child
- Understands the EYFS curriculum and principles of early childhood development
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with a recent CV and a consultant will be in contact within 2 working days.
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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