EYFS Teaching Assistant - Playful Early Years Support

Academics; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting for a friendly EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Ellesmere Port. You will support children in Nursery and Reception, focusing on safe, exploratory learning and developing independence through play.

The role is full-time and temporary with the potential to become long-term. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities and support both individuals and small groups.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience working with EYFS-aged children.
• Passion for early childhood education, patient and nurturing.
• Good communication and teamwork, with safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support children across Nursery and Reception.
• Encourage communication, language and social development.
• Support learning through play and practical activities.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities.
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups.
• Create a stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Support children's personal care and wellbeing when needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 EY/TA qualification

Job description

Academics is recruiting for a friendly EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Ellesmere Port. You will support children in Nursery and Reception, focusing on safe, exploratory learning and developing independence through play.

The role is full-time and temporary with the potential to become long-term. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities and support both individuals and small groups.