EYFS Teaching Assistant

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30Job Description:EYFS Teaching Assistant
 
Are you a graduate who is looking for a route into a career in education, but lacks experience of working in a school setting?
 
Would you like to gain experience in a ‘Good’ primary school where staff are valued and supported?
 
*** EYFS Teaching Assistant
*** Sparkhill
*** £80-£90 per day
*** September 2024- July 2025
*** Supporting young pupils on a 1-2-1 and small group basis.
*** ‘Good’ Ofsted-rating.
 
Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:2 classification.
• Passion for the learning and development of pupils aged 4 and 5.
• Dedication to following strict safeguarding policies.
• A friendly, approachable personality with the ability to build bonds with children.
• Previous experience of working in close collaboration with children, or in a school setting, is beneficial but not mandatory.

 
The Role
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting and guiding the development of EYFS children as they begin their education journey. You will play an integral role in inciting a love for school into the next generation of young learners and will aid the development of pupils’ basic literacy and numeracy skills. This is the perfect role for a graduate who wants to gain an understanding of working in a school as you will be working alongside a supportive SLT who will offer you support and guidance as you settle into your new EYFS Teaching Assistant role.
 
The School
 This ‘Good’ primary school is based in Sparkhill with excellent connections to central Birmingham, as well as a short distance from the M42. The staff have seen high-achievement levels from pupils across the school, with 25% of KS1 being above the expected standard in reading, and 27% of KS2 being above the expected standard in mathematics. The school is a warm, welcoming, and inclusive place where individuals, both staff and pupils, are valued. The senior leadership team offers staff outstanding training opportunities to enrich their skills and ensure pupils receive high-quality support.
 
Apply today to secure yourself an interview for this EYFS Teaching Assistant opportunity!Location: West Midlands, Birmingham