Early Years Teaching Assistant

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the learning, development, and care of young children in a nursery class setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the nursery class teacher to plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of children in line with the EYFS framework.
• Provide tailored support to children with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities, adapting activities and resources to accommodate their requirements.
• Observe and assess children's progress and development, using tools and techniques specified by the EYFS framework, and provide feedback to support ongoing assessment and planning for children's learning.
• Build positive relationships with parents or caregivers, involving them in their child's learning journey, providing feedback on their child's progress, and offering advice and support.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met, including risk assessments, supervision of children, and promoting good hygiene practices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills related to the EYFS framework, child development, safeguarding, and first aid.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in early years education, such as a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework, including the principles, goals, and standards.
• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities in an early years setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues to support children's learning and development.
• Proactive, adaptable, and flexible approach to work, with a positive attitude and a genuine passion for working with young children.

If you are a dedicated and knowledgeable EYFS Specialist who is passionate about early years education and wants to make a difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

About Tradewind:

We attract top educational talent and, in return, offer top rates of pay

We care more about your training and development than any other agency - we are partnered with the National College, and you will have access to over 2500 accredited courses!

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