Teaching Assistant
Job description
Experienced Teaching Assistant – EYFS Opportunities
Location: Southampton
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Teaching Personnel are currently working with several welcoming and supportive primary schools across Southampton who are looking to appoint experienced Teaching Assistants to support within Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) classrooms.
These roles offer a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy supporting young learners as they begin their school journey. You will play a key role in helping to create a positive, engaging and nurturing environment where children can grow in confidence and develop essential early learning skills.
We are seeking enthusiastic and proactive individuals who can support teachers in delivering creative and engaging learning experiences, helping children to thrive both academically and socially.
The Role
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Supporting the class teacher within an EYFS classroom environment
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Assisting with engaging, play-based learning activities
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Supporting children with early phonics, communication and social development
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Helping to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
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Providing small group or one-to-one support where required
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an Early Years setting
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A CACHE Level 3 qualification (or similar) is desirable but not essential
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A patient, caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine passion for helping children develop confidence and independence
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
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Opportunities across a range of supportive schools in Southampton
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Flexible roles to suit your availability
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
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Valuable experience within Early Years settings
If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to make a difference within an EYFS classroom, we would love to hear from 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.
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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