Teaching Assistant EYFS

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Discount schemes

CPD programmes

Induction package

Internal opportunities

Flexible working

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Crags Community School, a large primary school within Nexus Multi Academy Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the early years foundation stage. The role involves supporting whole-class lessons, small group work and one-to-one pupil support, with a permanent post starting as soon as possible and 32.5 hours per week during term time only.

The ideal candidate will have recent EYFS experience, a Level 2/3 qualification, and an enhanced DBS with barred list checks.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification, or equivalent.
• Recent experience in an early years setting, including pre-school.
• Experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting whole-class lessons
• Working with pupils in groups
• Working one to one with pupils
• Working as part of a school staff team

Skills

Inclusive mindset

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant post in the early years foundation stage at Crags Community School, a large primary school within Nexus Multi Academy Trust. The work involves supporting whole-class lessons, small group work and one-to-one support for pupils. The post is permanent, starts as soon as possible and runs 32.5 hours a week, term time only. Recent early years experience and an enhanced DBS check with barred list check decide fit.

What the job involves

• Supporting whole-class lessons
• Working with pupils in groups
• Working one to one with pupils
• Working as part of a school staff team

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification, or equivalent

Experience

• Recent experience in an early years setting, including pre-school
• Experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs

Skills & knowledge

• Inclusive and committed to helping all children reach their potential
• Able to contribute to the development of the school and curriculum

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Barred list check

Other

• Approachable, flexible and able to work as part of a team

What’s offered

• Auto enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free wellbeing support including counselling, medical and legal advice, with an option to top up to private healthcare
• Discount schemes with high street retailers, restaurants and activities
• Career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching
• Induction package
• Internal opportunities across Trust academies
• Flexible working policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme