EYFS Teaching Assistant

Randstad Staffing; Wirral; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£300 referral bonus

Job summary

Randstad Education is hiring an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support children in the EYFS. You will work with the class teacher to foster a nurturing learning environment and deliver play-based and structured activities that build confidence in young learners.

The role involves providing individual and small-group support, aiding communication and social development, and maintaining classroom routines and observations. A warm, patient approach and safeguarding awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in EYFS or primary settings is essential.
• Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification or suitable experience required.
• A warm, patient and positive approach is important for supporting young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support children across the EYFS curriculum through play-based and structured activities.
• Assist the class teacher to create a nurturing learning environment.
• Provide individual and small-group support as needed.
• Support children's communication, language, social and emotional development.
• Assist with classroom routines, observations and learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

Empathy

Effective discipline

Engaging

EYFS experience

KS1 experience

Education

BA Hons (QTS)

BEd

BSc Hons (QTS)

CACHE level 1 or 2

CACHE level 2 or 3

HLTA

NVQ level 2

NVQ level 3

PGCE

QTLS

Job description

Are you a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children in the Early Years?

We are currently recruiting for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in The Wirral This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys helping young children learn, develop and build confidence during those all-important early stages of education.

The Role

Working within the school's Early Years provision, you will:

• Support children across the EYFS curriculum through play-based and structured learning activities
• Work alongside the class teacher to create an engaging and nurturing learning environment
• Provide individual and small-group support where required
• Support children's communication, language, social and emotional development
• Help with classroom routines, observations and learning activities
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has previous experience working with children, ideally within an Early Years or primary school setting
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification, or has suitable experience
• Has a warm, patient and positive approach
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing
• Is reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team

Why Work With Randstad Education?

You'll receive support from a dedicated education consultant, access to a range of opportunities across Liverpool and competitive rates of pay.

We also offer a £300 referral bonus if you recommend a friend or colleague who goes on to work through Randstad.

experience

Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,EYFS experience (foundation years),key stage 1 experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),BTEC certificate in children,CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 2 in children,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4,PGCE,PGCE,QTLS,QTS,SBM (school business manager) qualification,SCITT