Teaching Assistant, EYFS, Wirral

Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Qualified) – Part-Time – Wirral

A nurturing Primary School on the Wirral is seeking a dedicated and qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their early years team on a part-time basis, starting as soon as possible.

– Location: Wirral
– Start Date: ASAP
– Duration: Ongoing, long-term supply
– Hours: 3 mornings per week (specific days can be discussed)
– Setting: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
– Requirement: Must hold a relevant EYFS qualification

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting children in their early development through play and structured activities
• Working closely with the class teacher and EYFS staff to deliver engaging learning experiences
• Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
• Supporting children’s social, emotional and educational needs
• Assisting with observations and tracking progress

Requirements:

• An EYFS qualification is essential
• Previous experience working within a nursery or reception class
• A kind, patient and enthusiastic approach to early years education

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children at the very start of their learning journey in a warm and welcoming school environment.

Job Specification

Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.

We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
• BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).

We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.

Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)

A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD).

As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.