Teaching Assistant (Level 2) in the Early Years at Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, alongside the class teacher, on a fixed term to August 2027. The core work is supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing in the EYFS through adult-led activities, purposeful play and small-group work. Hours are 30 a week, term time plus two days, in a Catholic school within a multi-academy trust. An enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support the learning, development and wellbeing of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, working with the class teacher and wider Early Years team
- Help create a safe, nurturing, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
- Support high-quality learning through adult-led activities and purposeful play
- Work with individual children and small groups
- Support children's communication and language, early literacy, mathematics, physical development, independence, confidence and personal, social and emotional skills
- Support the class teacher to prepare and organise the learning environment
- Support observations and assessment of children's progress
- Implement interventions and individual support where required
- Ensure provision reflects the needs, interests and next steps of all pupils
- Work collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, families and other professionals
- Promote high standards of behaviour, safeguarding and welfare
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and support its Catholic ethos
What's required
Skills & knowledge
- Strong understanding of how young children learn and develop
- Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, families and professionals
Checks & eligibility
- Full enhanced DBS check
- Eligible to work in the UK
What's offered
- Local Government Pension Scheme employer contribution
- Recognition of continuous local government service where applicable
- Relevant, personalised continuous professional development
- Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
- Supportive colleagues and governors
- Happy, calm and welcoming working environment
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
