Early Years Support Assistant

Position: Early Years Support Assistant
Location: Poulton, Lancashire
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting young children in their early learning journey? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Early Years Support Assistant to join one of our esteemed client schools in Poulton. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant learning environment, supporting children in their crucial early development stages.

• Position: Early Years Support Assistant
• Start Date: 6th January 2025 
• Contract: Part time. Mornings only, Monday - Friday. 

• Assist in delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that support early development in line with the EYFS framework
• Provide one-on-one and small group support, fostering a safe and inclusive environment for young learners
• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development
• Collaborate with the class teacher and EYFS team to create a nurturing and stimulating learning space
• Monitor and record students' progress, communicating effectively with teachers and parents

• Qualifications: Relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education or equivalent)
• Previous experience working with children in an Early Years setting is desirable
• Patient, caring, and supportive with excellent communication skills
• A proactive approach to supporting children’s learning and development
• A current Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Competitive salary with weekly pay
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Potential for long-term placement or permanent roles within client schools
• Access to exclusive teaching resources and perks through our candidate portal

How to Apply:
If you’re excited about the opportunity to support young learners in Poulton, please submit your CV.

About Teaching Personnel:
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s largest education recruitment agency with over two decades of experience. We’re committed to connecting schools with skilled and compassionate education professionals, helping create supportive learning environments for children at all stages.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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