EYFS Teaching Assistant - Wavertree

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant for a full-time position in a vibrant primary school in Wavertree, Liverpool. Candidates should be passionate about early years education and have experience fostering young learners' development. The role offers competitive pay, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Warm and collaborative school community

Innovative educational setting

Competitive pay and benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an educational setting, ideally within the EYFS.
• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment.
• Understanding of child development and tailoring activities to different learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Providing phonics support and assisting with structured lessons.
• Fostering development and independence through various activities.
• Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for early years pupils.

Skills

Caring attitude

Enthusiasm

Strong communication skills

Understanding of child development

Ability to tailor activities

Positive and patient approach

Education

Experience in an educational setting

Job description

Fantastic Opportunity: EYFS Teaching Assistant – Wavertree (L15)

• £13.75 – £14.50 per hour.
• Full-time position (Monday to Friday, 6.5 hours per day)
• Long-term contract (with the potential to become permanent)

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and laying the foundation for lifelong learning? Do you thrive in a vibrant and supportive educational environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in Wavertree (L15) as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.

About the School:
This school takes pride in its commitment to fostering a love of learning from the very beginning. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) department is a space where curiosity and creativity are encouraged, and where young children begin their educational journey in a safe, inspiring, and nurturing setting. The school firmly believes every child deserves a strong foundation, and its team of dedicated staff are passionate about making a meaningful difference in children's lives.

The Role:
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be a valued member of the school’s highly professional team, working alongside experienced teachers to create a supportive and engaging learning environment for early years pupils. Your role will involve a variety of activities, including phonics support, structured lessons, and free-play learning, all aimed at fostering development and independence. You will play a key part in helping young learners grow, explore, and thrive.

We Are Looking For:

• A caring and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with young children and understands the unique needs of early years education
• Previous experience in an educational setting, ideally within the EYFS
• A positive and patient approach, with strong communication skills
• An understanding of child development and the ability to tailor activities to suit different learning styles
• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment

Why Join Us?

• A warm, collaborative school community that truly values every member of the team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and innovative educational setting that promotes creativity
• Competitive pay and benefits

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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