EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant

Job Description: As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Working closely with our EYFS teachers, you will assist in the delivery of a play-based curriculum that fosters children's social, emotional, and academic development.

Responsibilities:

• Support EYFS teachers in planning and implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that promote learning across all areas of the EYFS curriculum.
• Assist in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where children feel secure to explore and express themselves.
• Provide individualised support to children, helping them develop key skills such as communication, language, and early literacy and numeracy.
• Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and independence through hands-on activities and play experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents/guardians to support children's progress and well-being, providing regular feedback and updates.
• Assist with the observation and assessment of children's learning, maintaining accurate records and contributing to the evaluation of teaching and learning strategies.
• Support the implementation of EYFS policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines and safeguarding practices.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with young children in an early years setting, preferably as a teaching assistant or nursery practitioner.
• A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing high-quality care and learning experiences for young children.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and principles of child development, with the ability to adapt activities to meet the individual needs and interests of children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to working with young children.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g., CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education) would be advantageous but not essential.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to undertake a new one.

For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Bethany Coleman at or email . We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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