EYFS Teaching Assistant – Calne

About Early Years Ltd.; Calne; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Calne. The role is part-time, Mondays and Fridays, assisting Reception pupils and those with SEN within the EYFS framework.

You will collaborate with teachers to foster early literacy, social skills and confidence through play-based learning and targeted support.

Qualifications

• Interest in Early Years education and child development.
• Caring, patient and supportive personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• Experience in a school, nursery or childcare setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with SEN is advantageous.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Availability to work on Mondays and Fridays.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support Reception children across the EYFS curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with varying abilities.
• Assist children with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Encourage early reading, phonics, writing and communication skills.
• Help children develop confidence, independence and positive social behaviours.
• Support the delivery of creative, practical and age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage curiosity and problem-solving through play-based learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and respectful interactions between pupils.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating classroom.
• Observe children's progress and share feedback with the class teacher.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to meet pupils' needs.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote children's safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Early Years

Patience

Communication

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Calne

Are you passionate about helping young children develop, learn and grow in a supportive school environment? Do you enjoy encouraging curiosity, building confidence and helping pupils develop the skills they need to succeed in their early years of education?

Academics Ltd is currently looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Calne. This part-time opportunity is available on Mondays and Fridays, working with Reception-aged children to support their learning and development, including pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and is looking for a part-time position that offers valuable classroom experience while making a positive difference to children's education.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support learning across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

You will assist with classroom activities, encourage early literacy and communication, and help children develop social skills and independence. Through play-based learning and individualised support, you will encourage pupils to explore new ideas, build relationships and grow in confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Reception children across the EYFS curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with varying abilities.
• Assist children with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Encourage early reading, phonics, writing and communication skills.
• Help children develop confidence, independence and positive social behaviours.
• Support the delivery of creative, practical and age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage curiosity and problem-solving through play-based learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and respectful interactions between pupils.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating classroom.
• Observe children's progress and share feedback with the class teacher.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to meet pupils' needs.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote children's safety and wellbeing.

Key Requirements

• A genuine interest in Early Years education and child development.
• A caring, patient and supportive personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• Previous experience in a school, nursery or childcare setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with SEN would be advantageous.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Availability to work on Mondays and Fridays.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Why Apply?

This is a rewarding opportunity to develop your experience in education while enjoying a part-time working pattern.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant with Academics Ltd, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful contribution to children's early development.
• Gain practical experience within a Reception classroom.
• Work two days per week, on Mondays and Fridays.
• Develop your understanding of the EYFS curriculum and early childhood development.
• Build experience supporting children with SEN and additional needs.
• Improve your classroom support, communication and teamwork skills.
• Access CPD and professional development opportunities where available.
• Learn from experienced teachers and other education professionals.
• Develop a foundation for a future career in teaching, childcare, psychology or SEN support.
• Celebrate children's progress and support their individual learning journeys.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in education, this position offers an excellent opportunity to gain classroom experience and make a positive difference while working around other commitments.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.