EYFS Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant in Bolton. In this temporary position, you will provide essential support to EYFS pupils, particularly those with special educational needs. Responsibilities include delivering interventions, supporting personal care, and assisting with behaviour support plans. Ideal candidates should have over a year of experience in EYFS and be empathetic and resilient. The role offers competitive pay and access to professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

PAYE discounts with major brands

Access to excellent CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Generous refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience working in EYFS.
• Passionate about working with young children.
• Calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for EYFS pupils with EHCPs.
• Support small group interventions focused on literacy and numeracy.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions.
• Assist with creating and reviewing Individual Behaviour Support Plans.

Skills

Experience in EYFS

Empathy

Patience

Relationship Building

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant Location: Bolton Start Date: January Pay: £89+ per day, subject to experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for EYFS pupils with EHCPs
• Supporting or leading small group interventions focused on literacy and numeracy
• Delivering therapeutic interventions
• Supporting with personal care (Dependent on candidate experience)
• Assisting with the creation and review of Individual Behaviour Support Plans (IBSPs)
• Supporting during social times
• Providing play opportunities to support development

About Our Partner Schools

• Trauma-informed and child-centred practice
• Whole-child approaches to learning
• Strong partnerships with families and external agencies
• Consistent, caring routines
• Positive relationships and child-led learning
• A rich range of pastoral and enrichment opportunities

We’re Looking for Candidates Who

• Have 1+ years’ experience working in EYFS
• Are passionate about working in EYFS
• Are calm, patient, empathetic and resilient
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with children, staff and families

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• PAYE discounts with major high street brands including Apple, EE and Boohoo
• Access to excellent CPD and training, including Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Behaviour Management and Non-Verbal Communication
• Support from a dedicated consultant with SEND and education experience
• A generous refer‑a‑friend scheme

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Aaron Royle on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact

Aaron Royle

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5015