EYFS Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | EYFS Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Birmingham |
| Industry: | Primary SEND |
| Salary: | £95 - £100 per day |
| Reference: | ...._1762338018 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Yasmin.phelps@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
EYFS Teaching Assistant - Solihull (B90)January 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Aspire People
About Aspire People:
Aspire People are proud to work with a wide range of schools across the West Midlands, helping them to find passionate and qualified teaching professionals who make a difference. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant for a lovely school in Solihull (B90) to start in January 2025.
The Role:
We are looking for an engaging, creative, and nurturing EYFS Teaching Assistant to support young children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (Reception class) in a vibrant and welcoming school. You will play a key role in supporting the class teacher to ensure that children receive a high-quality early years education, in a safe and stimulating environment.
You will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of activities, promoting children's social and emotional development, and ensuring that the learning environment is inclusive and supportive for all.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging EYFS lessons and activities.
Work with small groups or individual children to support their learning and development.
Support children with special educational needs (SEN), as required.
Help to create and maintain a stimulating and organised classroom environment.
Observe and assess children's progress and development, providing feedback to the teacher.
Assist with children's personal care and welfare needs.
Promote positive behaviour, and support the development of social skills.
Key Requirements:
Experience working with children in an EYFS or primary setting.
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is preferred.
A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
Passion for working with young children and helping them reach their potential.
Strong communication skills, both with children and colleagues.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A good understanding of safeguarding procedures.
Experience with SEN or supporting children with additional needs is an advantage.
What Aspire People Offer:
A competitive salary based on your experience.
Opportunities for professional development and further training.
A supportive, welcoming, and collaborative working environment.
Ongoing support from Aspire People throughout your placement.
Flexibility in the role with potential for permanent placement.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about working with young children and have the relevant qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role .
Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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