Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 2

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nurturing primary school in Kenilworth as an Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 2. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic team dedicated to providing a happy and secure learning environment for children. You will play a vital role in supporting children's development, building relationships with parents and staff, and contributing to a collaborative team atmosphere. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a positive impact, this position is perfect for you. With a fixed-term contract and the chance to grow within the Early Years team, your journey in education starts here!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in EYFS and Nursery is essential.
• Must hold a level 2 childcare qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating a nurturing and secure learning environment.
• Support children's personal needs during meal times.

Skills

Experience with EYFS and Nursery

Childcare qualification (level 2)

Understanding of child learning

Relationship building

Knowledge of learning environments

Motivation and enthusiasm

Team collaboration

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage

Personal care for children

Education

Childcare qualification

Job description

Vacancy Details: Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 2

About the role
St John's Primary School and Nursery is a nurturing, inclusive and successful primary school and nursery in the heart of Kenilworth. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and highly effective level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our forward thinking and dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity as we are looking to grow our Early Years team.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will need:

1. Experience working with children in EYFS and or Nursery
2. Hold a childcare qualification, preferably level 2
3. An excellent understanding of how children learn best in a happy and secure setting
4. The ability to form excellent relationships with parents, carers, staff and stakeholders
5. Knowledge and understanding of what makes an outstanding learning environment
6. A passion for excellence and share our vision
7. Be highly motivated and enthusiastic
8. Able to contribute to and work collaboratively as part of a team
9. Have excellent, up to date knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
10. Attend to children’s personal needs including assisting children’s meal times

St John’s Primary and Nursery school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self-declaration to confirm any criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Contract Type: 2 days a week (12 hours)
Hours of Work: 8.30am until 3.30pm, term time only, plus inset days
Contract Term: Fixed Term Contract
Contract Length: Start date as soon as possible – 18th July 2025
Salary Range: Scale F
Closing Date: 8th January 2025

Please send completed application and equality forms to:
[e-mail]

Interviews will take place on: Thursday 16th January 2025