Teaching Assistant in Early Years (reception class)

Wakefield Council; Ossett; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant for Early Years at Lawefield Primary School. The role involves supporting creative lesson delivery, tracking progress for children, and building strong relationships with the school community. Candidates should be committed to improving educational outcomes for all children and fostering a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Positive leadership

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of the EYFS Framework.
• Ability to track interventions for small groups of children.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of fun and creative lessons.
• Build relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• Track progress of small groups effectively.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of EYFS Framework

Job description

Teaching Assistant in Early Years (reception class)

Job reference 243452 | Date posted 30/06/2025 | Application closing date 07/07/2025 | Location: Lawefield Primary School, Lawefield Ln, Wakefield WF2 8ST | Salary: £15,406.28 to £15,650.52, pro rata | Grade 4 | Contractual hours: 27.5 | Basis: Part time | Job category/type: Part time, Permanent, School, Term time

We wish to appoint an inspiring and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our ambitious and hardworking team. The position will start on Monday 7th November 2022 or as close to this date as possible.

The Successful Candidate will:

• Be enthusiastic, hardworking, well-organised, and committed to improving outcomes for all children in school.
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Have the drive to support the delivery of fun and creative lessons designed to enable children to develop their thoughts independently in a safe and welcoming learning environment.
• Build good relationships with the whole school community: children, staff, parents, and governors.
• Be committed to teamwork.
• Have the ability to deliver and track interventions for small groups of children.

We can offer:

• A friendly, supportive staff team.
• Children who are eager to learn.
• A supportive and positive, forward-thinking Leadership team.
• A supportive governing body that actively participates in school life.
• A commitment to your professional development.

If you would like to visit the school or gain more information, please contact the school office at 01924 291973.

Lawefield Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Full DBS checks will be carried out.

Please note that all applications should be sent directly to the school or emailed to [e-mail]. The closing time and date is 1pm on Monday 7th July 2025. Interviews will be held on Thursday 10th July.

Wakefield Council, Wakefield One, PO Box 700, Wakefield, WF1 2EB
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