Early Years Teaching Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Walsall is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support the learning and development of nursery pupils. This role is essential for aiding students with special educational needs and helping them access the EYFS curriculum. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, along with good Maths and English skills. The position offers a grade 4 salary on a temporary contract and requires DBS clearance. Application details can be obtained from the school.

Qualifications

• Secure knowledge of child development.
• Good Maths and English skills required.
• Experience with nursery age pupils is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of Nursery aged pupils.
• Aid pupils in accessing the EYFS curriculum.
• Support their wider development within the Nursery team.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Good Maths skills

Good English skills

Experience working with nursery age pupils

Training in Forest Schools

Training in Attachment

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Salary: Grade 4 SCP: 7-11 (£9,207-£9,813)

30 hrs per week (Term time only)

Temporary contract (As soon as possible - 31/03/27)

This is an exciting opportunity for a caring and motivated individual to join our successful Early Years Team. This role is to support the learning and development of our Nursery aged pupils with special educational needs. The successful applicant will work within our Nursery team to aid pupils in accessing the EYFS curriculum and supporting their wider development.

Lower Farm is a nurturing and continually improving school with a pupil centred focus.

It is essential that you have a secure knowledge of child development and good Maths and English skills. Experience of working with pupils in this age group is also essential. Training in Forest Schools and/or Attachment would be advantageous.

The school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will depend on a successful enhanced DBS clearance, two suitable references and an online search.

Application forms are available from Lower Farm Primary School by telephoning 01922 710479 or email [e-mail]

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 28th January at 3:30pm

Interviews: Wednesday 4th February