EYFS Teaching Assistant - Term-Time Role & Growth

Dorset Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS/Teacher Pension

Holiday entitlement

Wellbeing support

Lifestyle Savings discounts

Blue Light card eligibility

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Dorset Council is recruiting a Classroom Teaching Assistant for Wimborne First School, to support EYFS learners during term-time. The role involves working with individuals, groups, and pupils with additional needs, alongside a dedicated teaching team.

Applicants should be prepared for lunch-duty responsibilities and to contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practices. Excellent training and progression opportunities are available within a supportive trust network.

Qualifications

• Supports the teacher by working with individuals or groups to support learning and development.
• Experience working with children, including those with additional or special educational needs.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality.
• Establishes supportive, caring and secure relationships with children, promoting respect and inclusion.
• Contributes to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher and Inclusion Lead.
• Communicates clearly, calmly and professionally, maintaining composure under pressure.
• Offers a fair and consistent approach to managing behaviour in line with school policies.
• Helps, supports and motivates children, clarifying instructions and encouraging independent learning.
• Is a committed team player, motivated to support children's independence and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supports the teacher by working with individuals or groups to support learning and development.
• May work with whole classes, smaller groups or particular pupils.
• Includes a 30-minute lunch duty.
• Contributes to creating an inclusive, safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Small-group support

Individual support

Safeguarding/confidentiality

Relationship building

Planning discussions

Clear communication

Behaviour management

Motivation and independence

Team player

Job description

Dorset Council is recruiting a Classroom Teaching Assistant for Wimborne First School, to support EYFS learners during term-time. The role involves working with individuals, groups, and pupils with additional needs, alongside a dedicated teaching team.

Applicants should be prepared for lunch-duty responsibilities and to contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practices. Excellent training and progression opportunities are available within a supportive trust network.