EYFS Teaching Assistant NEW Tonge Moor Primary Posted today Bolton £12.21 per hour Term Time Ex[...]

Transport for Greater Manchester; Bolton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bolton seeks an enthusiastic Early Years practitioner to support the EYFS team in delivering high-quality care and education. The role involves promoting children's development, fostering effective learning environments, and collaborating with parents and staff. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to nurturing children's growth.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Nurturing work environment with on-site nurseries

Discounted rates for private nurseries

Opportunities for personal development through training

Use of digital technology, including 1-1 iPads

Qualifications

• Understanding the Prime Areas of learning and child development.
• Experience in promoting children's speaking and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote effective learning and high-quality care for children.
• Support the EYFS team and participate in planning meetings.
• Attend relevant training and understand safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Effective Learning

Child Development

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

PURPOSE OF JOB: To assist the EYFS team in delivering a high standard of care and education, ensuring excellent foundations for our pupils.

Interviews: From 9th June 2025

DUTIES:

A. Supporting the Children

• Promote effective learning and high-quality care by:
• Having high expectations of all children to enable them to reach their full potential
• Promoting children’s speaking and listening skills
• Scaffolding and encouraging learning in continuous provision, focus activities, and group times
• Taking on the role of key person for a group of children
• Motivating and inspiring children through developmentally appropriate and stimulating learning opportunities indoors and outdoors
• Supporting children’s wellbeing and self-regulation skills
• Promoting healthy lifestyles for all children
• Understanding the Prime Areas of learning and child development
• Writing observations and determining developmental next steps for children
• Supporting the teaching team through planning meetings
• Establishing and maintaining caring, nurturing relationships with all children
• Supporting the development of a high-quality, stimulating learning environment
• Understanding and adhering to the statutory EYFS Framework requirements
• Supervising and supporting children during meal and snack times
• Undertaking duties related to personal hygiene, intimate care, and children's welfare
• Developing positive relationships with parents/carers and family members as appropriate
• Respecting children and families, considering their social, cultural, linguistic, religious, and ethnic backgrounds
• Using behaviour management strategies that contribute to a positive learning environment, in line with school policies

B. Supporting the Team

• Working as part of a team to help children achieve their potential and liaising with other early years staff
• Supporting the work of the EYFS team and EYFS Assistant Headteacher
• Participating in planning meetings, sharing reflections, evaluating provision, and contributing ideas
• Assisting in setting up equipment and resources daily
• Contributing to assessments and recording children's progress, leading assessments when needed
• Participating in evaluating activities, learning opportunities, and the environment
• Providing regular feedback about children through observations
• Attending progress meetings and reporting on individual children's progress
• Working flexibly within the setting and assisting where needed

C. Supporting the School

• Attending relevant training and courses
• Understanding responsibilities regarding safeguarding and child protection; identifying concerns and following procedures
• Adhering to all school policies and procedures
• Reflecting on and improving professional practice
• Maintaining confidentiality, child protection, health and safety, and data protection standards
• Being an effective role model for children, staff, and the wider community
• Supporting additional tasks as directed by your Line Manager, e.g., school trips, productions, new intake meetings
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Nurturing work environment with on-site nurseries and preferential rates for 52-week private nurseries
• Extended care options including out-of-school and holiday clubs at discounted rates
• Opportunities for personal development through bespoke training and the School CPD package
• Use of digital technology, including 1-1 iPads for pupils and staff
• Support from on-site HR and IT teams
• Strong leadership from committed Directors and Governors
• Teaching pupils who are well-behaved, eager to learn, and find joy in school
• Joining a community that values individual talent and empowerment