Reception teaching assistant
Job description
Experienced Teaching Assistant – Reception Class (CF3)
Teaching Personnel – Cardiff
Are you experienced in Early Years and looking for a fresh start in a warm, supportive school? We’re currently working with a lovely primary in the CF3 area who are searching for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support their Reception class.
About the role:
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Full-time position, Monday–Friday
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Supporting a busy Reception classroom with phonics, early numeracy, and learning through play
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Helping to create a calm, nurturing and engaging environment for the children
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Working closely with the class teacher and wider staff team
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Opportunity to get involved with small-group interventions and creative activities
What we’re looking for:
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Previous experience in an Early Years or Reception setting
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Someone patient, confident and able to adapt to the needs of young learners
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A team player who can build strong relationships with staff, children and families
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A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping little ones grow
What we offer:
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Competitive weekly pay
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Support from a dedicated consultant
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Free access to training and CPD courses
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Long-term opportunities and the chance to go permanent for the right person
If you’re ready to bring your Early Years experience to a lovely Reception class in CF3, we’d love to hear from you. Pop over your CV or get in touch to find out more!
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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