Experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job Location

Broxbourne Borough

Hours:

30 hours per week—Term Time Only (plus INSET days).

Contract:

Permanent.

Location:

Bonneygrove Primary School. Join our federation of Bonneygrove & Millbrook Primary Schools. We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant to support a vibrant Early Years setting where children are encouraged to become confident, curious and independent learners.

We are looking for a passionate practitioner who understands the importance of providing high-quality early education and who is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential. Working closely with the EYFS Class Teacher and wider school team, you will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging, child‑centred experiences both indoors and outdoors.

We can offer you:

• A welcoming and supportive federation with a strong sense of community.
• Friendly, experienced and dedicated staff.
• Enthusiastic, happy and motivated children who enjoy learning.
• High‑quality professional development and training opportunities.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression.
• A well‑resourced Early Years environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to the continued development of our federation.

Supporting Teaching and Learning

• Support the delivery of engaging, stimulating and inclusive learning activities.

• Work with individuals, small groups and occasionally whole‑class groups.

• Promote learning through purposeful play and high‑quality interactions.

• Prepare and maintain learning resources and classroom displays.

• Encourage children's independence, confidence and resilience.

• Support children in developing communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.

Assessment and Observation

• Observe children's learning and development.

• Record observations accurately using agreed assessment systems.

• Contribute to children's learning journeys and assessment records.

• Share observations with teachers and parents where appropriate.

• Help identify children requiring additional support and contribute to intervention programmes.

Supporting Children's Wellbeing

• Foster warm, positive relationships with children.

• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.

• Promote good hygiene, healthy lifestyles and independence.

• Assist with personal care where required.

• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor learning, lunchtimes and educational visits as required.

• Implement strategies identified within Individual Education Plans (IEPs), EHCPs or support plans.

Inclusion and SEND

• Support children with additional educational needs, disabilities or medical needs.

• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion for all children.

Partnership with Parents

• Build positive relationships with families.

• Contribute to home‑school communication.

• Support transition arrangements into and through the Early Years setting.

• Promote parental engagement in children's learning.

General Responsibilities

• Attend training and professional development.

• Contribute to the wider life of the school and federation.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Comply with school policies and procedures.

• Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher.

Essential

• Level 3 Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Experience providing PPA cover
• Training in speech and language interventions
• Experience working in an EYFS classroom
• Understanding of the EYFS Statutory Framework
• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Excellent communication skills
• Outdoor learning experience
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed practice
• Positive behaviour management skills
• Understanding of safeguarding recording systems
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality

Desirable

• Understanding of Little Wandle (knowledge of specific local educational resources)
• Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and families

Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical clearance, online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, and verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK.

The Federation is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bonneygrove & Millbrook Primary School Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.