EYFS Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Access to a wide range of schools

Pension scheme and employee benefits

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child in a primary setting in the FY8 area. The role focuses on enabling access to the curriculum, developing social interactions and building confidence within the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have EYFS experience, be patient and adaptable, and able to work with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals to implement tailored strategies. Personal care support may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in EYFS or primary settings.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, nurturing and adaptable in approach.
• Willingness to provide personal care when required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Support the child with learning, social, emotional, and communication needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to implement support strategies.
• Encourage engagement and participation in EYFS activities.
• Assist with personal care requirements in a dignified, respectful, and supportive manner.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship to promote the child's wellbeing and development.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the wider school team.

Skills

EYFS experience

Additional needs experience

Patience

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)

Location: FY8, Lancashire
Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate EYFS Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a child in an Early Years setting within a welcoming primary school in the FY8 area.

This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to a child who is selectively mute, helping them to access the curriculum, develop social interactions, and build confidence within the classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Support the child with their learning, social, emotional, and communication needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to implement support strategies.
• Encourage engagement and participation in EYFS activities.
• Assist with personal care requirements in a dignified, respectful, and supportive manner.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship to promote the child's wellbeing and development.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the wider school team.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience working with children in EYFS or primary settings.
• Have experience supporting children with additional needs, including communication difficulties.
• Be patient, nurturing, and adaptable in their approach.
• Be comfortable providing personal care support when required.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your specialist consultant.
• Access to a wide range of schools and long-term opportunities.
• Pension scheme and employee benefits.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in a child's educational journey and have the empathy and dedication required for this role, we'd love to hear from you.