Job Description:

Early Years Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

Location: Stockport
Pay: £100 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: Immediate

Are you a nurturing, enthusiastic and proactive Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity?

Do you have a passion for supporting young children's development and helping every child reach their full potential?

A welcoming and highly regarded two-form entry primary school in Stockport are seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support its reception class. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team and make a genuine difference during a crucial stage of children's education.

The reception class has a high proportion of pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs (SEN), so the school is particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting children with additional learning and communication needs.

The Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with daily teaching and learning activities across the EYFS Reception curriculum.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with EAL and SEN.
• Encouraging children's communication, language development, social skills and independence.
• Supporting phonics, early literacy, numeracy and play-based learning.
• Helping create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting positive behaviour, emotional development and pupil engagement.
• Working cohesively with the class teacher and wider school team.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working in a primary school, nursery or early years setting.
• Knowledge of the EYFS or Reception curriculum.
• Experience supporting children with EAL and/or SEN.
• A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for early childhood development.

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is highly desirable due to the immediate start, as the school is looking to trial candidates as soon as possible.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming, community-focused primary school.
• A supportive teaching team.
• Excellent outdoor learning and play facilities.
• A rewarding, long-term opportunity to develop your education career.

Interested? Apply today! Contact TimePlan Education on (phone number removed) to discuss the role and arrange an immediate trial.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.

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