EYFS Teaching Assistant

ISC group; Tonbridge; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Somerhill School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join the pre-prep team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on nurturing and teaching children in a busy school environment, requiring a Level 3 Childcare Qualification and a collaborative, communicative approach with families and staff.

The successful candidate will work with dedicated teachers and specialists, supporting learning across the curriculum and contributing to a positive, team-driven atmosphere that underpins our educational

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare Qualification is required.
• Experience supporting early years learners is desirable.
• Strong communication with families and colleagues is essential.

Responsabilités

• Assist teachers in pre-prep classrooms to support activities.
• Promote a creative, skills-based learning approach with pupils.
• Support intervention and targeted learning as needed.
• Liaise with parents and colleagues to maintain trust and collaboration.

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Childcare

Formation

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Description du poste

This full-time position offers the opportunity to join our strong and successful pre-prep team in pre-school department as a Teaching Assistant. Working alongside enthusiastic and dynamic colleagues in the pre-prep, the successful applicant will be someone who is passionate about nurturing and teaching children in a busy and exciting school environment. The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Childcare Qualification and will be a person who values working as part of a collaborative team, has good communication skills and is able to develop and hold the trust and confidence of our families. As a member of the Somerhill staff, you will be valued and supported and in return we are looking for commitment, drive and enthusiasm.

With a strong emphasis on training and development, we consistently strive to provide exceptional learning experiences for the children at our school. Our educational approach in Pre-Prep, revolves around the Creative Curriculum, which promotes skills-based learning through engaging projects and collaborative teamwork. As a result, our students not only make significant progress academically but also develop strong connections between different subjects, enriching their overall learning journey.

In each year group, our teaching teams consist of dedicated teachers and Teaching Assistants, ensuring ample support and fostering a culture of teamwork.

Additionally, we have two Learning Support Teachers within our department who liaise with both teachers and parents, providing valuable intervention inside and outside the classroom as needed. Furthermore, our specialised PE, games, and woodlands teacher, along with our music and French teachers, lead specialist lessons, supported by Teaching Assistants.

Being part of such a collaborative team, where professionalism and camaraderie thrive, makes this position not only rewarding but also enjoyable. The supportive environment and collaborative spirit among colleagues enhance the overall teaching experience, enabling us to provide the best possible education for our students.