Reception Teaching Assistant — 12-Week Path to Permanent

PK Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education Limited is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class at a primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role focuses on developing confidence, independence and early learning skills in EYFS.

You will work with the class teacher to provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help phonics, literacy and numeracy through play while upholding safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Patient, nurturing and proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills for staff, children and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Ability to support varied learners across EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with engaging activities across the EYFS curriculum.
• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Help develop early phonics, literacy and numeracy through play.
• Encourage learning through play and independent learning.
• Support children's social and emotional development.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Childcare qualification

Equivalent experience

Job description

PK Education Limited is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class at a primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role focuses on developing confidence, independence and early learning skills in EYFS.

You will work with the class teacher to provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help phonics, literacy and numeracy through play while upholding safeguarding and inclusive practice.