EYFS Teaching Assistant — Shape Confident Learners

Westwood Primary School; Oulton Broad; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Westwood Primary School in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is hiring an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support early years learners. The role involves working with individuals and small groups, delivering planned activities, and fostering inclusion and well-being.

Contract is fixed-term until 31 August 2027, 31.25 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, with Monday to Friday 08:30–15:15. Salary is ALT Grade D, with a band of £18,520.22 to £18,960.20 per year.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within the EYFS, working with individuals and small groups to help children make progress.
• Deliver and adapt planned learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Promote inclusion and provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning, communication, behavioural or physical needs.
• Support children’s wellbeing, independence, personal care and positive behaviour as required.
• Monitor progress, provide feedback to teachers, and build positive relationships with families, colleagues and external professionals.

Job description

Westwood Primary School in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is hiring an EYFS Teaching Assistant to support early years learners. The role involves working with individuals and small groups, delivering planned activities, and fostering inclusion and well-being.

Contract is fixed-term until 31 August 2027, 31.25 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, with Monday to Friday 08:30–15:15. Salary is ALT Grade D, with a band of £18,520.22 to £18,960.20 per year.