EYFS Teaching Assistant

Position: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant
Location: Northampton

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and thrive?

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and wants to make a positive difference in children's early learning experiences.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher in creating a safe, stimulating and engaging learning environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Providing support for children's learning, development and well-being.
• Encouraging children's communication, language, social skills and independence.
• Supporting children through play-based learning, both indoors and outdoors.
• Helping to maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating classroom environment.
• Promoting positive behaviour and building strong relationships with children, colleagues and parents.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for working with young children.

• Understands the importance of play-based learning and early childhood development.
• Is patient, nurturing, enthusiastic and approachable.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Has previous experience working with children in an early years setting

An appropriate childcare or teaching assistant qualification would be an advantage, although relevant experience and a positive attitude are equally valued.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference.
• A positive environment focused on children's learning, development and well-being.

If this sounds like the next role for you please get in contact and we would love to discuss the available opportunities with you.

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.
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