Early Years Teaching Assistant

Mob4Hire; Hereford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school team in Hereford. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with young children, fostering their development through play and learning. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Years education, a solid understanding of the EYFS framework, and a commitment to supporting children’s personal care needs. With a focus on creating a nurturing environment, this role promises to be rewarding and impactful. If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

£100 welcome bonus

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Free Safeguarding Training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children within the Early Years or KS1.
• Must be comfortable supporting young children with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support classes within the Early Years and act as a play partner.
• Assist in teaching Phonics lessons and record children's observations.

Skills

Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or equivalent)

Experience supporting children in EYFS

Experience teaching Phonics

Understanding of EYFS

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Tapestry or similar software

Job description

Flourish Education is currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work within an OFSTED rated ‘good’ Primary school in Hereford, to join their team on a long-term basis. The school aims to provide an environment where individuals, both children and staff, feel valued and appreciated.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have experience of supporting classes within the Early Years. You will have a secure understanding of the EYFS, and proven success of acting as a ‘play partner’ to extend children’s learning. The school is seeking a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant who appreciates the importance of learning through play.

Previous experience of using ‘Tapestry’ or similar software to record children’s observations would be of an advantage, though this is not essential as full training will be provided. You will be working as a Teaching Assistant within a Reception class and must be comfortable in supporting young children with personal care.

We are looking for a passionate and committed Early Years Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. This is a full-time position to continue until the end of the academic year.

Required Skills and Experience for this Teaching Assistant role:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Experience of supporting children within the EYFS or KS1
• Experience of teaching or supporting Phonics lessons
• Committed to a long-term post (Spring/Summer Term)

The benefits of a Teaching Assistant working for Flourish Education:

• £85.02 day rate to £98.88 day rate which equates to £16,575 per annum to £19,281 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
• The option of PAYE or Umbrella
• Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates, 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension Contributions
• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM, and abuse
• £100 welcome to the team bonus
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

Location:

This Teaching Assistant opportunity is located in Hereford and is easily commutable from the surrounding areas including Malvern, Ledbury, Leominster, and Bromyard. We work with schools that have onsite car parks or that are easily accessible via public transport.

If you’re interested in this opportunity, then apply now, or to find out more, please contact Rebecca Stanton at Flourish Education.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.