Learning Support Assistant

Amarval Partners Ltd; Harlow; Vor Ort; GBP 12.000 - 17.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Welcoming environment

Rewarding role

Supportive staff

Professional development

Experience opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Amarval Partners Ltd is helping a welcoming Essex primary school to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on 1:1 support, assisting learning and helping children access the EYFS curriculum.

Candidates should have EYFS knowledge, a patient and nurturing approach, and be able to work with teachers and parents. A DBS check is preferred, and ongoing professional development is offered.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience in an Early Years setting.
• Experience providing 1:1 support.
• Understanding EYFS framework.
• Patient and nurturing approach.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply.

Aufgaben

• Provide 1:1 support to a child.
• Assist with classroom learning activities.
• Support language, social and emotional development.
• Help maintain safe, inclusive classroom.
• Monitor progress and report to teacher.

Kenntnisse

1:1 support

EYFS knowledge

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

A Primary school in Essex is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their friendly team.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within an Early Years setting and, ideally, experience providing 1:1 support to children with additional learning needs. You will be supporting pupils with their learning and development, helping them to access the curriculum and encouraging their confidence, independence and social skills.

You will need to be patient, nurturing and proactive, with a genuine passion for working with young children. The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and parents is essential.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive primary school.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's learning and development.
• Supportive teaching staff and a friendly working environment.
• Opportunities to gain further experience within an Early Years setting.
• Ongoing support and professional development.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a child, helping them to engage with learning activities and access the Early Years curriculum.
• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and stimulating lessons.
• Assist children with their communication, language, social and emotional development.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils during indoor and outdoor learning activities.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor children's progress and provide feedback to the class teacher.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and ensure the welfare and safety of all pupils.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working as an Early Years Teaching Assistant or within a nursery setting.
• Essential experience providing 1:1 support to children.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs would be advantageous.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach with excellent communication skills.
• Good behaviour management and the ability to encourage positive interactions.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.
• Hold a valid DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

All candidates must be willing to complete the necessary compliance and safeguarding checks prior to being offered any work.