Reception Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for Early Years and enjoy helping young children develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning?

A friendly and highly successful primary school in Loughton, Essex is looking to appoint a dedicated Reception Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an engaging environment where children are encouraged to flourish from the very start of their education.

The Role
Teaching Assistant supporting a Reception class
Full-time position
Supporting children through play-based learning and classroom activities
Working alongside the class teacher to deliver a stimulating Early Years environment
Providing individual and small group support where required
Long-term opportunity with an immediate or agreed start
A sound understanding of the EYFS Framework would be highly beneficialThe School
Large primary academy in Loughton, Essex
Approximately 60 pupils admitted into Reception each year
Part of the Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust
Judged Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024, including an Outstanding judgement for Early Years provision
The school values strong partnerships with families and provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can thrive.Can you offer?
Experience supporting children in Early Years or Reception
A sound understanding of the EYFS curriculum
A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
A commitment to supporting children throughout the placementWe can offer you
Support and expertise from Moore Teachers, the primary specialist working in partnership with Herts Education
A very competitive daily rate
PAYE pay with additional employee benefits
Health and wellbeing support
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placementInterested?Please call (phone number removed) for further information or send us your CV and we'll contact you.

Visits to the school and interviews can be arranged immediately.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS and other safeguarding checks.

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