Early Years Practitioner - Brownhills

Aspire People; Brownhills; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus (£250)

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to support nursery learners in a primary school setting in Brownhills. You will work closely with the class teacher to tailor activities suitable for nursery-age children and help nurture each student's development.

Ideal candidates will have Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning and experience with nursery environments, plus strong empathy, communication, and patience to engage staff, pupils, and parents effectively.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with nursery-age children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and ability to support individual student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and assistance to all children.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and deliver tailored lessons and activities to meet the student's unique needs.
• Support the student's academic, social, and emotional development, promoting their self-confidence and independence.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where the student can thrive.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to accommodate the student's learning style and abilities.
• Assist with the assessment of the student's progress and provide feedback to the classroom teacher and parents.
• Foster positive relationships with the student and establish clear communication channels with the school and parents.
• Uphold the school's values, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning

Nursery education experience desirable

Job description

Early Years Practitioner - Brownhills

Are you passionate about supporting individual student's learning journeys? Do you have experience working with children at nursery ages? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Nursery Practitioners / Teaching Assistants to join Aspire People to work in a Primary school, working in their Nursery.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and assistance to all children.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and deliver tailored lessons and activities to meet the student's unique needs.
• Support the student's academic, social, and emotional development, promoting their self-confidence and independence.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where the student can thrive.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to accommodate the student's learning style and abilities.
• Assist with the assessment of the student's progress and provide feedback to the classroom teacher and parents.
• Foster positive relationships with the student and establish clear communication channels with the school and parents.
• Uphold the school's values, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning (or ratio equivalent.)
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery environment.
• Strong empathy and understanding of individual student needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with the student, staff, and parents.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to provide emotional support when needed.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the student and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Knowledge of relevant teaching methodologies and resources for supporting individual students.
• Relevant qualifications in education or teaching assistant role are desirable but not essential.

We also offer you a £250 referral bonus for recommendations of candidates suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks