Creative EYFS Teaching Assistant — 30h/wk, Child-Centred Practice

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly supportive environment

Continued CPD

Free refreshments

Fresh fruit

Large outdoor learning space

Well-equipped school

Job summary

Athelstan Community Primary School is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for its Early Years unit, described as outstanding. The post supports children across the EYFS classrooms under the class teachers, including some with SEND.

The role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3pm, and suits someone who adopts a child‑centred, creative approach. A Level 3 childcare qualification and an enhanced DBS check are required; visa sponsorship is not available, and start is as soon as

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification
• Experience in good quality childcare
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Support all children across the early years classrooms under the direction of class teachers
• Support some children with SEND
• Contribute to the early years team led by the Early Years Manager

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Athelstan Community Primary School is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for its Early Years unit, described as outstanding. The post supports children across the EYFS classrooms under the class teachers, including some with SEND.

The role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3pm, and suits someone who adopts a child‑centred, creative approach. A Level 3 childcare qualification and an enhanced DBS check are required; visa sponsorship is not available, and start is as soon as