Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a primary school in Wigan as a Teaching Assistant focused on supporting EYFS children. You will help foster essential early skills in literacy and numeracy while creating a nurturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on children's development in their early educational journey.

Benefits

Competitive salary with pay progression

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an EYFS setting.
• Knowledge of EYFS curriculum and child development principles.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in lesson delivery.
• Assist with daily care and emotional support of children.
• Help children develop basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

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Reeson Education is currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wigan for a Teaching Assistant to support their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children. Your role will involve assisting with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, providing a nurturing environment that fosters the development of each child.

Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons
• Assist with the daily care, supervision, and emotional support of children
• Working one:on:one and with small groups to help children develop basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment
• Foster positive relationships with children, helping them feel secure, happy, and confident
  
  

Teaching Assistant Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within an EYFS setting.
• A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and an understanding of child development principles.
• Strong communication skills, able to work effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic attitude, with a genuine passion for supporting young children.
  
  

Teaching Assistant Desirable Skills

• Experience working with children with SEND or EAL children.
• Understanding of early phonics programs (e.g., Read Write Inc. or similar).
• Experience with outdoor learning and play:based approaches
  
  

About The School

• The school is committed to ensuring all children, regardless of their background or abilities
• A strong, collaborative team of staff working together to provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment
• Focus on providing a well:rounded education that supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of its learners.
• A strong emphasis on the wellbeing of both children and staff.
• A strong link with parents and the local community, ensuring that learning and development is supported inside and outside the classroom.
  
  

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience, with opportunities for pay progression.
• Professional development and training opportunities to help you grow in your role as a Teaching Assistant.
• A chance to be part of a school that puts children at the heart of everything they do.
• A rewarding and fulfilling role where you will see the direct impact of your support on the development of children.
  
  

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wigan for a Teaching Assistant to support their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children. As a leading education recruitment agency, we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide support to young learners in their early educational journey.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with the class teacher to support children developing essential foundational skills. Your role will involve assisting with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, providing a nurturing environment that fosters the development of each child.

If you are passionate about working with young children and want to help them thrive in the early stages of their education, we would love to hear from you. Apply now through our agency and take the next step in your career as an EYFS Teaching Assistant.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is Englands Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

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