Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14

Pay Rate: £500 - £525 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Contract: Long-Term with Potential Permanent OpportunityAre you passionate about supporting young children during the most important stages of their development?

Long Term Futures are recruiting for a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Kings Heath, Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing Early Years setting, supporting children as they develop key social, emotional and academic skills.

The role will involve a combination of whole-class support, small group interventions and targeted SEN support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with a variety of learners. You will play an important role in helping pupils develop their early communication, literacy and numeracy skills, while also supporting children who require additional assistance to access learning and engage positively with their peers.

The Role

Support teaching and learning within Nursery or Reception classes

Assist with the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities

Deliver targeted small group interventions in phonics, literacy and early numeracy

Provide support for pupils with SEN, including ASD, communication needs and developmental delays

Support early literacy, phonics and numeracy activities across the classroom

Help pupils develop social, communication and independence skills

Assist with classroom routines, transitions and behaviour management

Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt support and monitor progress

Create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where all children can thriveThe Ideal Candidate

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

Previous experience working within an EYFS setting

Strong understanding of child development and the EYFS framework

Experience supporting phonics and early learning activities

Some experience supporting pupils with SEN or additional needs

Patient, nurturing and enthusiastic approach

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff and parentsAbout the School

Friendly and inclusive primary school in Kings Heath

Strong Early Years provision with excellent resources

Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff culture

Child-centred approach to learning and development

Focus on creating a positive and engaging environment for all pupils

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional developmentLong Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references