Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 2

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL; Warrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Alderman Bolton Primary School is seeking a caring Level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team, working 32.5 hours per week, term-time plus inset days. You will support young children through play-based learning, helping them grow confidence and independence in indoor and outdoor settings.

The role involves supporting individual and small groups, observations, and contributing to a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
• Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare or Early Years.
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Supporting Teaching and Learning desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support individual children and small groups with learning and development across literacy, numeracy, language and physical development.
• Assist with planning and organising learning environments; contribute to observations and assessments.
• Support safeguarding, positive behaviour, inclusion and wellbeing of children.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)

Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning/Childcare/Early Years

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable)

Job description

Alderman Bolton Primary School is looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and hardworking Level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm, a permanent contract, term time only plus inset days.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and is passionate about supporting their learning, development and wellbeing. The successful candidate will work within our Early Years provision, supporting children through purposeful, play-based learning and helping to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which every child can thrive.

The role will involve supporting individual children and small groups with their learning and development, including communication and language, early literacy and numeracy, physical development, independence and personal, social and emotional development. You will support learning across both indoor and outdoor provision and help children to develop their confidence, curiosity and independence.

You will also contribute to observations and assessments of children's learning and development, support positive behaviour and inclusion, assist with the preparation and organisation of learning environments, and support children with personal care routines where required. The role may also include lunchtime duties, educational visits and some after‑school club duties as required.

We are looking for someone who is warm, patient and caring, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents/carers. You should be enthusiastic, flexible, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team, while also being confident using your own initiative.

Applicants must have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, and a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare or Early Years, such as CACHE/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. Please ensure details of your Maths and English qualifications are included on your application form.

Experience of working with young children in an Early Years or primary school setting is essential, together with an understanding of how young children learn through play. Applicants should also have an understanding of safeguarding and child protection and demonstrate a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

A Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning would be desirable, as would experience of supporting children with additional needs, contributing to EYFS observations and assessments, or working in partnership with parents and carers.

At Alderman Bolton Primary School, you will have the opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference to children during the important early stages of their education. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing children with a positive, nurturing and engaging start to their school journey. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to undertake relevant training and professional development.