Reception Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education are recruiting a full-time Reception Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Telford. This role suits an experienced EYFS practitioner who enjoys helping young children settle into school and build confidence in their early years.

You will support the class teacher across the EYFS curriculum, delivering play-based activities, 1:1 and small-group support, and develop communication, language and social skills while assisting with phonics, literacy and numeracy.

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS or Reception settings.
• Experience supporting young children in a school, nursery or childcare environment.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework and play-based learning.
• Patient, nurturing and enthusiastic approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support children both individually and in small groups.
• Two satisfactory references.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support children across the Reception classroom and EYFS provision.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Support children's learning through play-based activities.
• Help develop children's communication, language and social skills.
• Support early phonics, literacy and numeracy activities.
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions and daily activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

Skills

EYFS experience

Reception setting

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Vision for Education are currently recruiting for a full-time Reception Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Telford. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant with previous Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) experience who is passionate about supporting young children in their first years of school.

The Role

As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support children across the EYFS curriculum. You will play an important role in helping pupils settle into school, develop their confidence and build the skills they need for a successful start to their education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children across the Reception classroom and EYFS provision.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting children's learning through play-based activities.
• Helping develop children's communication, language and social skills.
• Supporting early phonics, literacy and numeracy activities.
• Assisting with classroom routines, transitions and daily activities.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

The School

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary school based in Telford, with a strong focus on providing children with a positive and engaging start to their education. The successful candidate will join a supportive team who are committed to helping every child achieve their potential.

Requirements

The successful Reception Teaching Assistant will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within EYFS or a Reception setting.
• Experience supporting young children in a school, nursery or childcare environment.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and play-based learning.
• A patient, nurturing and enthusiastic approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to support children both individually and in small groups.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development and learning.
• Two satisfactory references.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Safeguarding children is at the heart of everything we do. All staff must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all necessary checks will be completed prior to appointment.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education are a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting schools and education professionals across the UK. We work closely with schools to provide high-quality teaching and support staff, while helping candidates find rewarding roles that suit their experience and career goals.

What Vision for Education Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A straightforward registration process.
• Support with your career development.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.