EYFS Teaching Assistant: Nurture Young Learners & SEND

Pomphlett Primary School; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pomphlett Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a caring and dedicated Pre-School Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team. You will support our youngest learners with engaging activities, help monitor progress, and promote a positive, inclusive environment.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide support for all children, including those with SEND, and contribute to lesson planning and classroom organisation. A collaborative and flexible approach is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• At least one year’s experience working within a primary school setting.
• Recent experience supporting individual pupils, small groups and whole-class learning.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate and inspire young children.
• A positive, flexible and collaborative approach to working as part of a team.
• Recent experience within an EYFS setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning activities.
• Help create a stimulating, supportive and well-organised learning environment.
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing across the nursery provision.
• Assist children with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Contribute to lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusion.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Provide intimate care where required.
• Accompany children on educational visits and school activities.
• Undertake first aid responsibilities within the setting.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivate young children

Team collaboration

EYFS experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)

GCSE Maths and English (C/4 or above)

1+ year primary school experience

Job description

Pomphlett Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a caring and dedicated Pre-School Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team. You will support our youngest learners with engaging activities, help monitor progress, and promote a positive, inclusive environment.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide support for all children, including those with SEND, and contribute to lesson planning and classroom organisation. A collaborative and flexible approach is essential.