Teaching Assistant - Reception

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS pension

Life cover at three times pensionable

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

INSET days and CPD opportunities

Wisdom wellbeing app

Employee Assistance Programme withCoun

Job summary

Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work with the Reception class, supporting play-based learning and early development. The role involves recording progress and building strong relations with children and their families within a nurturing setting.

Applicants should have Level 3 TA qualifications (or equivalent) and GCSEs in maths and English. The post offers 35 hours per week over 39 weeks, with an option for 37 hours over 52 weeks.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• GCSE maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Reception teacher in delivering learning activities that promote children's development and early learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging confidence, independence and a love of learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils' families.
• Assist with observing, assessing and recording children's progress and achievements.
• Support personal, social, emotional and physical development through play-based learning.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating classroom that meets the needs of all learners.

Skills

Child development EYFS

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent

GCSE maths and English

Job description

The Reception class at Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work alongside the class teacher with the school's youngest pupils. Much of the work is play-based learning, building relationships with children and families, and recording pupils' progress against the Early Years Foundation Stage. The post is 35 hours a week over 39 weeks, with a 37-hour, 52-week full-time option, and it needs a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support the Reception teacher in delivering learning activities that promote children's development and early learning
• Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging confidence, independence and a love of learning
• Build positive relationships with pupils' families
• Assist with observing, assessing and recording children's progress and achievements
• Support personal, social, emotional and physical development through play-based learning
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating classroom that meets the needs of all learners

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• GCSE maths and English

Skills & knowledge

• Good understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Working effectively as part of a team

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references

Nice to have

• Experience working with young children, preferably in an Early Years or Reception setting

What’s offered

• Defined benefit pension scheme (LGPS or TPS)
• Life cover at three times pensionable pay
• 31 days annual leave for year-round employees
• Cycle to Work scheme
• INSET days and CPD opportunities
• Wisdom wellbeing app
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and financial advice