EYFS Teaching Assistant — Inspire Young Learners and Growth

Vetro Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PD opportunities

Supportive community

Career progression

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is helping a Wirral primary school find an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support early learning and development in a nurturing environment. The role involves collaborative planning with teachers and adapting activities for diverse learners.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 3 TA qualification (or is working towards it) with GCSEs in Maths and English and prior EYFS/KS1 experience. Sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or currently working towards it).
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4 or above).
• Experience supporting children in Key Stage 1 or EYFS.
• Knowledge of strategies to support pupils with SEND.
• Understanding of child development and learning processes.
• Positive behaviour management skills.
• Good communication, empathy, patience, and ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• UK right to work (sponsorship cannot be offered).

Responsibilities

• Support students to access lessons and meet learning goals, including SEND pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan engaging lessons and assess progress.
• Encourage independent learning and monitor student progress.
• Work with small groups or individuals on targeted activities.
• Build positive relationships to support wellbeing and development.
• Communicate with parents/carers to support each child.
• Provide flexible support across school areas as needed.

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or currently working towards it)

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4 or above)

Experience supporting children in Key Stage 1 or EYFS

Knowledge of strategies to support pupils with SEND

Understanding of child development and learning processes

Positive behaviour management skills

Good communication, empathy, patience, and ability to stay calm in challenging situations

UK right to work (sponsorship cannot be offered)

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is helping a Wirral primary school find an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support early learning and development in a nurturing environment. The role involves collaborative planning with teachers and adapting activities for diverse learners.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 3 TA qualification (or is working towards it) with GCSEs in Maths and English and prior EYFS/KS1 experience. Sponsorship is not offered.