EYFS Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher and early years team in Wimborne. You will help create a safe, stimulating learning environment where children feel confident to explore, learn and develop.

Role involves working with individuals and small groups, supporting play-based learning and developing children's communication, confidence and social skills while maintaining positive behaviour and routines.

Qualifications

• Experience with EYFS, nursery, preschool or primary settings preferred.
• Qualifications or experience in Early Years, childcare, teaching assistance or education welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and early education.
• Work with individuals and small groups.
• Support play-based learning and EYFS activities.
• Encourage communication, confidence and social development.
• Assist with positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Help children develop independence and essential early skills.
• Collaborate with class teacher and school staff.
• Create a calm, safe and nurturing environment.

Skills

EYFS support

Child development

Teamwork

Education

Early Years qualification

Job description

About the role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will help create a safe, engaging and stimulating learning environment where children feel confident to explore, learn and develop.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with their learning, development and early education
• Working with individuals and small groups of children
• Supporting play-based learning and EYFS activities
• Encouraging children's communication, confidence and social development
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Helping children develop independence and essential early learning skills
• Working closely with the class teacher and other school staff
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for all pupils

About the school

This friendly and inclusive first school in Wimborne is committed to providing children with the best possible start to their education. The school provides a nurturing Early Years environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop their curiosity and build strong foundations for future learning. The school values positive relationships, inclusion, mutual respect and teamwork, creating an environment where both children and staff can thrive.

The successful EYFS Teaching Assistant will ideally be:

• Friendly, patient and nurturing
• Passionate about working with young children
• Enthusiastic about early years education and learning through play
• A confident and clear communicator
• Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Committed to supporting children's individual needs and development

Previous experience working with children, particularly within an EYFS, nursery, preschool or primary school setting, would be beneficial. Relevant qualifications or experience in Early Years, childcare, teaching assistance or education are also welcomed.

Location, Pay and Hours

Location: Wimborne

Pay: £14.25 - £14.92 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

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.

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.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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