Early Years Teaching Assistant

Academics; Orpington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in the Bromley/Orpington area is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their early development and to help create a positive, engaging learning environment.

The role involves assisting the class teacher, supporting individuals and groups, helping with routines, and ensuring a safe, inclusive setting. Start ASAP; DBS required or willing to apply; driver preferred due to locations.

Qualifications

• Previous Early Years experience is essential.
• Relevant qualifications or training required.
• DBS check is required or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities
• Provide individual and small-group support
• Help children develop learning and social skills
• Support classroom routines and activities
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Assist with general classroom duties

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant

We are currently looking to expand our candidate pool for Bromley/Oprington area. If you are keen to start a new role within education and have previous experience or qualifcations we would love to hear from you and discuss further.

The Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils in their early stages of development and help create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment.

The role includes:

• Supporting the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities
• Providing individual and small-group support
• Helping children develop their learning and social skills
• Supporting classroom routines and activities
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Assisting with general classroom duties where required

What We're Looking For

• Previous Early Years experience is essential
• Relevant qualifications or training required
• Available to start ASAP or after a short notice period
• DBS required, or willingness to apply for a new DBS
• Driver preferred due to the locations of the schools
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed
• Able to work standard school hours/days

• Locations: Orpington & Bromley
• Start: ASAP / Short Notice
• Hours: Standard school days
• Driver: Preferred
• DBS: Required / willing to apply
• Experience/Qualifications: Essential

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy