EYFS Reception Teaching Assistant – Nurture & Growth

Justteachers Ltd; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in partnership with a welcoming primary school in King’s Lynn is seeking a Reception / EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis, starting ASAP. The role is initially a 12-week supply with the opportunity to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.

This role suits someone with experience in Early Years who is passionate about play-based learning and helping young children develop academically, socially and emotionally, under the guidance of

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS/Reception/primary setting.
• Understanding of EYFS and play-based learning.
• Two recent education-based references.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Organised and proactive with safeguarding focus.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities across the EYFS curriculum.
• Provide targeted support to individual children and small groups, helping develop communication, literacy, numeracy and social skills.
• Support children’s learning through play-based and practical activities.
• Help create a positive, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children’s emotional, social and behavioural development.
• Encourage children to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners.
• Assist with classroom organisation, displays, resources and general preparation.
• Support children with personal care and day-to-day routines where required.
• Observe and monitor children’s progress and communicate relevant information to the class teacher.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with the wider school team to meet individual needs of pupils.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare of all children.

Skills

Early Years

Play-based learning

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Education

EYFS experience

Two references

Reception/primary setting

Job description

Justteachers Ltd in partnership with a welcoming primary school in King’s Lynn is seeking a Reception / EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis, starting ASAP. The role is initially a 12-week supply with the opportunity to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.

This role suits someone with experience in Early Years who is passionate about play-based learning and helping young children develop academically, socially and emotionally, under the guidance of