Nursery Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Barry; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Ongoing consultant support

Résumé du poste

Academics Ltd. is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with ALN in a Nursery/Reception classroom in Barry. You will provide individualised support, assist with classroom activities, and help with targeted interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.

The role involves personal care where required, a patient and flexible approach, and collaboration with the school team to promote inclusive learning and development for young children.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ALN or additional support needs desirable.
• Experience in Nursery/Reception or Early Years settings beneficial.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Two professional references requested.

Responsabilités

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ALN in a Nursery/Reception setting.
• Support the pupil's communication, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Assist with personal care when required, including nappies.
• Support the class teacher with classroom activities and targeted interventions.
• Encourage independence and engagement through play-based learning.

Connaissances

ALN support experience

Early years experience

Teamwork

Patience

Description du poste

Are you a caring, patient, and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in Early Years education? We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) within a Nursery/Reception classroom in Barry.

The role will involve providing individualised support while also assisting with classroom activities, small-group work, and targeted interventions under the guidance of the class teacher. The role will also involve personal care, including nappy changing, where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ALN, helping them access learning and participate in classroom activities.
• Support the pupil's communication, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Assist with personal care, including nappy changing and toileting, where required.
• Support the class teacher with general classroom activities, small-group work, and targeted interventions.
• Encourage independence, positive behaviour, and engagement in learning through play-based activities.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team to support pupils' individual needs.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children with ALN or additional support needs is desirable.
• Experience working in a Nursery, Reception, or other Early Years setting would be beneficial.
• Comfortable and confident supporting personal care routines, including nappy changing.
• A patient, caring, and flexible approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from the class teacher.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Two professional references.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Full-time, consistent hours from 08:30 to 15:30.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's early development.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.