EYFS Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education agency is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant in Worksop to support local primary schools and early years settings. Responsibilities include fostering children's learning through play, assisting with personal care, and aiding educational development. Candidates should possess a relevant Early Years qualification and a sound understanding of the EYFS framework. This temporary role offers competitive pay based on experience, making it an excellent opportunity to gain flexible work and build connections in the community.

Qualifications

• A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years or equivalent).
• A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• The ability to support positive behaviour and meet individual learning needs.
• The ability to easily commute across Worksop.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning through play in line with the EYFS framework.
• Assisting with personal care, routines, and transitions.
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and educational development.
• Working alongside the class teacher and wider EYFS team.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS framework

Support positive behaviour

Knowledge of safeguarding

Personal care assistance

Education

Relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or 3)

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Worksop

Academics, Education Agency, are currently recruiting an EYFS Teaching Assistant - Worksop to work on a temporary, supply basis across a variety of local primary schools and early years settings in the Worksop area.

Working hours are typically 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, depending on school requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning through play in line with the EYFS framework
• Assisting with personal care, routines, and transitions
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and educational development
• Working alongside the class teacher and wider EYFS team

Qualifications

• A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years or equivalent)
• A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• The ability to support positive behaviour and meet individual learning needs
• The ability to easily commute across Worksop

Paediatric First Aid training is desirable and may be required for certain settings.

Pay and Contract

• Pay rate: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications, inclusive of holiday pay
• Contract type: Temporary, supply-based role

This EYFS Teaching Assistant - Worksop position is an excellent way to gain flexible work, broaden your experience, and build strong connections with local schools through Academics.

Apply today to work with Academics, an Education Agency, as an EYFS Teaching Assistant - Worksop.