EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Wolverhampton; Sur place; GBP 16 000 - 18 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Graduate Network is seeking an EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton. You will support the class teacher with daily EYFS provision, assist with small-group activities in phonics and numbers, model play, set up continuous provision, and support speech, language, and social development.

You will observe and record simple progress notes, helping to maintain a calm, safe environment where children can thrive.

Qualifications

• Degree with 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Interest in EYFS/early child development.
• Experience working with children desirable but not essential.

Responsabilités

• Support the class teacher with daily EYFS provision.
• Lead small-group activities in early phonics and numbers; model play; set up continuous provision; support speech, language and social development.
• Observe children and keep simple progress notes; help maintain a calm, safe environment.

Connaissances

Clear communication

Nurturing approach

Formation

2:2 degree in any subject

Description du poste

EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant

Do you have a degree and a passion for early years education before moving into teacher training?

Could you support young children through engaging activities and clear routines in a high-performing EYFS setting?

• EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Immediate start until July 2027
• £85 - £98 per day
• ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Wolverhampton
• General classroom support in EYFS

The Role:

You’ll support the class teacher with daily EYFS provision. This includes small-group activities in early phonics and number, modelling play, setting up continuous provision, and supporting speech, language, and social development. You’ll help with observations, simple progress notes, and ensure a calm, safe environment where children can thrive.

The Candidate:

You’re a graduate with a warm, nurturing approach and clear communication. You can follow guidance, keep routines consistent, and engage young children through purposeful play. You’re keen to learn from experienced practitioners and build skills for teacher training.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in EYFS and early child development.
• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (nursery, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School:

This ‘Outstanding’ primary school in Wolverhampton offers a nurturing, well-resourced EYFS with strong teamwork and clear routines. You’ll receive guidance, practical CPD, and regular feedback to help you make impact quickly.