Early Years Teaching Assistant

Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School in Bracknell is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff with planning, preparation and delivery of lessons for both whole-class and individual learners. The role includes creating resources and providing pastoral support to pupils.

You will help evaluate student progress and feed back to teachers to ensure learning needs are met; GCSEs (C+) including English and Maths are required, with Level 3 EY qualification desirable.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths.
• Level 3 Early Year qualification desirable.
• Understanding of Phonics.
• Good knowledge of Year R foundational skills.
• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff.
• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis.
• Preparing resources to support learning activities.
• Ensuring pupils are supported pastorally.
• Contributing to evaluating student progress and providing feedback to the class teacher.

Skills

Phonics understanding

Foundational Year R skills

Class supervision experience

Empathy and understanding to students'

Good communication skills

Education

GCSEs C or above including English and Maths

Level 3 Early Year qualification desirable

Job description

# Early Years Teaching AssistantEmployer: St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary SchoolLocation: Bracknell , BerkshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeContract Length: Term Time 39 weeksSalary: SCP 12 (FTE £29,542 Actual £21,683+ Fringe £552)Posted: 2nd November 2026Expires: 16th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1582105* Share :* PrintSt Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.**Job requirements*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths* Level 3 Early Year qualification desirable* Understanding of Phonics* Good knowledge of Year R foundational skills* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students**Why join us?**As a Early Years Teaching Assistant within St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.### Safeguarding Statement:St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.