EYFS Teaching Assistant: Nurture, 1:1 & Small Groups

Milk Education; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pastoral & wellbeing support

Teaching resources & materials

CPD opportunities

Consultant support 24/7

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a caring and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the PR9 area. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment, supporting young children’s development and day-to-day learning.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help children with communication and early literacy/numeracy, and promote independence and positive social development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in EYFS or Early Years settings.
• Experience supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) is desirable.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with delivery of engaging EYFS activities.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support children's communication, language, literacy and numeracy development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social development.
• Support children with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
• Support continuous provision and child-led learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience & nurturing

SEN support willingness

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a caring and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the PR9 area. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment, supporting young children’s development and day-to-day learning.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help children with communication and early literacy/numeracy, and promote independence and positive social development.