EYFS TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location

, PR7

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our reception class team. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This long-term supply role offers a great opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

Day-to-day of the role:

Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum within the reception class.

Assist the class teacher in planning and preparing activities and materials that support early learning.

Work closely with the class teacher to monitor the progress of children and provide feedback.

Help to create a safe, nurturing environment that stimulates and encourages learning among the children.

Engage with children in both one-to-one and group settings, facilitating educational play and learning activities.

Assist with the supervision of children during class, breaks, and lunchtimes.

Contribute to the assessment and observation processes to track children’s development.

Support children with special educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework.

Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role within an early years setting.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the guidance of the class teacher.

Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with young children.

A patient, caring, and creative approach to supporting children’s learning and development.

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate of £13.43.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

Potential for the role to become permanent.

Supportive and inclusive school environment.

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request. 

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.