Early Years Teaching Assistant in Leeds)

Academics; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd seeks an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Teaching Assistant for a long-term position starting in September in South Leeds. The role involves working within the EYFS team to provide a safe learning environment, engaging children through play while monitoring their development and collaborating with parents. Ideal candidates should possess at least a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and demonstrate strong safeguarding knowledge.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Early Years is essential.
• First Aid qualification is preferred.
• Experience with safeguarding practices in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing high-quality education in Early Years.
• Plan and lead activities in collaboration with the EYFS team.
• Monitor children's progress as a Key Person and liaise with parents.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Safeguarding

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Minimum Level 3 in Early Years

Tools

First Aid

Job description

Academics Ltd in Leeds are looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant or a Level 3 qualified TA in Early Years to work in one of our primary schools in South Leeds. This is a long term post to commence in September for at least 2 terms.

Summary of the job role:

As as Early Years Teaching Assistant you will be enthusiastic and committed assisting in the provision of high quality education within the early years foundation stage. This is a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

Duties:

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant you will work as part of the EYFS team providing a safe, fun learning environment that provides learning through play.

To liaise with colleagues in the EYFS team to plan and lead activities to support all areas of the curriculum.

To ensure a safe environment for the children, that the equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high and safety procedures are implemented at all times

To be aware of all legal and statutory requirements relating to EYFS

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant you will have responsibility for a group of children as a Key Person, monitoring progress, identifying needs, highlighting concerns and liaising with parents

To attend training or regular CPD

To write formal reports to parents of key children once a year

To understand the importance of safeguarding in education

Education and Qualifications:

Minimum Level 3 in Early Years

First Aid (Preferred)

To apply for this Early Years Practitioner role or for further information please do not hesitate to call or email me.