At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Nursery and Reception pupils with engaging, play-based learning activities.
- Company: Outstanding primary school in Tower Hamlets with a supportive Early Years team.
- Benefits: Gain valuable classroom experience and potential pathway towards teacher training.
- Other info: Join a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early development while building your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Recent graduate with experience working with EYFS-aged children and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 £ per year.
Location: Tower Hamlets
Are you a graduate with previous Early Years experience, looking to gain valuable classroom experience within an outstanding primary school? An Outstanding primary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a Graduate EYFS Teaching Assistant to support children across Nursery and Reception. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience whilst supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
You will work closely with the class teacher to support engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, assist with classroom routines and help create a positive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting Nursery and Reception pupils with early learning and play-based activities
- Delivering 1:1 and small group support across phonics, literacy and early numeracy
- Supporting children's communication, language and social development
- Assisting with classroom routines, behaviour management and resources
- Supporting pupils with additional needs to access learning
- Working alongside the class teacher to support pupil progress
We're Looking For:
- A recent graduate with a 2:1 or First-Class degree – any subject considered
- Previous experience working with EYFS-aged children is essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A genuine interest in Early Years education
- A proactive, patient and enthusiastic approach
- Paediatric First Aid training is desirable, but not essential
- Read Write Inc. training or experience is desirable, but not essential
This role would suit a graduate considering a career as a Primary Teacher, Early Years Teacher or Early Years Specialist, looking to build classroom experience before pursuing teacher training.
Why Join This School?
- Work within an Outstanding Primary School
- Supportive and experienced Early Years team
- Excellent classroom experience
- Potential pathway towards teacher training
- Based in Tower Hamlets
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