EYFS Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Bolton is seeking an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant to provide support to young learners, particularly those with special educational needs. In this full-time role, you'll act as a mentor, assist with the EYFS curriculum, and create a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of SEND and a passion for early childhood education. This position comes with competitive pay and training opportunities.

Benefits

Outstanding training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive pay rates

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as an EYFS Teaching Assistant or relevant early years experience.
• Knowledge of early years development and SEND.
• Energetic and caring personality to support children.

Responsibilities

• Act as a positive role model for children.
• Assist class teachers in delivering the EYFS curriculum.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.

Skills

Support children with SEND

Mentoring

Encouraging independence

Knowledge of SEND

Enthusiastic personality

Job description

Pay Rate: £90+ (dependent on experience) Location: Bolton Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant Contract Type: Full time / Day to Day / Long term Start Date: ASAP

EYFS Teaching Assistant – EYFS Teaching Assistant Role in Bolton

• Act as a positive role model, mentor and consistent daily support for the child/children you work with as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Support young learners with SEND to overcome early social, emotional and academic challenges as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Assist the class teacher with the delivery of the EYFS curriculum in your role as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Make reasonable adjustments to help pupils thrive within the early years setting as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to identified pupils as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Show passion for supporting children with SEMH and additional needs in your EYFS Teaching Assistant role.
• Offer support, advice and guidance to pupils and staff as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Encourage independence in line with setting policies as a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant.

About the setting

• Friendly single and dual form primary schools
• A welcoming and supportive team ethos where every EYFS Teaching Assistant is valued.
• Provides engaging learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom for EYFS pupils.
• Supports children in discovering and developing new interests and talents with help from an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• Offers varied learning experiences to support holistic development within the EYFS framework.

Benefits of working with Axcis as an EYFS Teaching Assistant

• Axcis offers outstanding training opportunities for every EYFS Teaching Assistant, including CPD sessions such as Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Behaviour Management and Non-verbal Communication.
• Many Axcis consultants are former teachers or SEND support staff, offering expert guidance to every EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• You will have a dedicated consultant as your personal point of contact, supporting you throughout your EYFS Teaching Assistant placement.
• Competitive pay rates and an excellent refer-a-friend scheme for EYFS Teaching Assistants.

We want to hear from you if:

• You are an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant or have relevant early years experience.
• You have an energetic, caring and enthusiastic personality suited to an EYFS Teaching Assistant role.
• You have knowledge of SEND and understand its impact on early years development as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• You are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young children as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.
• You have experience working with children in the EYFS age range.

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