Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per year, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming early years setting in Ipswich, Suffolk.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a 2:1 degree or above who is passionate about working with young children and looking to develop a career within education and early years.
The Role
As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Assist with engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
- Support children's communication, development and wellbeing.
- Build positive relationships with children and staff.
- Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
- Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
- Observe children's progress and provide appropriate support.
- Work closely with teachers and experienced early years practitioners.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and EYFS procedures.
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Be a graduate with a 2:1 degree or above.
- Have a genuine interest in early years education and child development.
- Be enthusiastic, patient, caring and proactive.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be confident working as part of a team.
- Have previous experience working with children, whether through employment, volunteering, tutoring or placements — desirable but not essential.
- Have a strong commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.
Previous EYFS experience is desirable but not essential, making this a great opportunity for a graduate looking to start or develop their career in education.
DBS clearance and relevant safeguarding checks will be required.
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