Teaching Assistant - EYFS

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with speech and language difficulties. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a child's educational journey. You will work closely with the class teacher and external professionals, implementing personalized strategies to foster communication and language development. The school prides itself on its warm and inclusive environment, providing tailored support and training for its staff. If you are passionate about early years education and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Support and training tailored to your role

Warm and inclusive team environment

Potential to secure a permanent position

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within an EYFS setting.
• Experience supporting children with speech and language difficulties is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support within the classroom environment.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil.
• Work closely with the SENCo, class teacher, and external specialists.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Child-Centred Approach

Education

Experience in EYFS Setting

Understanding of EYFS Curriculum

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1:1 Teaching Assistant – EYFS | Speech & Language Support
Poole | Full Time | September Start | Permanent for the Right Candidate

Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner with a passion for making a real difference in a child’s life? We’re working in partnership with a welcoming and well-regarded mainstream primary school in Poole, who are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil starting in September with speech and language difficulties.

This is a full-time position and offers the opportunity to become permanent for the right person.

About the Role:
You’ll be working closely with a pupil in the EYFS setting, providing tailored support to help them access the curriculum and thrive both socially and academically. You’ll work alongside the class teacher and external professionals to implement personalised strategies that support communication and language development.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 support within the classroom environment
Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil
Use strategies to support speech, language and communication development
Build a strong, nurturing relationship that supports confidence and independence
Work closely with the SENCo, class teacher, and external specialists

Requirements:
️ Proven experience working within an EYFS setting
️ Good understanding of the EYFS curriculum and early childhood development
️ Experience supporting children with speech and language difficulties is highly desirable
️ Patience, creativity, and a positive, child-centred approach
️ A genuine commitment to making a difference in a child's educational journey

What the School Offers:
A warm and inclusive team environment
Support and training tailored to your role
A school that values individual contributions and invests in its staff
The potential to secure a permanent position

This is a fantastic opportunity to truly make an impact at the start of a child’s school journey.
If you’re passionate about early years education and have the experience to provide high-quality, individualised support, we’d love to hear from you.