EYFS Reception Teaching Assistant – Maternity Cover

North East Combined Authority; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Gateshead seeks a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join the reception class. The role supports the delivery of the EYFS curriculum through purposeful play, interacts with children to promote independence, and works closely with the Early Years Teacher to provide a safe, stimulating learning environment.

The post involves supporting individual children, small groups and whole-class activities, helping with early reading, Read Write Inc.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Experience supporting Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong phonics knowledge (Read Write Inc. desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support EYFS delivery through play-based learning and purposeful activities.
• Collaborate with the Early Years Teacher to create a stimulating learning environment.
• Develop children's communication, language skills and early reading through Read Write Inc. phonics.
• Maintain learning journeys and contribute to indoor/outdoor provision and observation.

Skills

Phonics

EYFS support

Observation & assessment

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

St Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Gateshead seeks a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join the reception class. The role supports the delivery of the EYFS curriculum through purposeful play, interacts with children to promote independence, and works closely with the Early Years Teacher to provide a safe, stimulating learning environment.

The post involves supporting individual children, small groups and whole-class activities, helping with early reading, Read Write Inc.