EYFS Teaching Assistant

Academics are currently looking for dedicated and qualified Early Years Teaching Assistants and Early Years Practitioners to join our team. You will work across our partnership nurseries and mainstream primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire.

Our opportunities are ideal for Early Years staff who are seeking varied experience in a variety of nurseries and schools, a work-life balance, or those returning to the workforce on a full or part time flexible basis.

Responsibilities of a Early Years Teaching Assistant/Practitioner:

• Work alongside fellow practitioners and teachers to deliver fun EYFS appropriate lessons and activities.
• Provide high standards of care, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Supporting children's early literacy, numeracy, communication, and personal development.
• To encourage independence, positive behaviour, and social interaction.

For this role, candidates who apply must have:

• A minimum Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent).
• A good level of literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or Grade C and above/Functional Skills Level 2 in the minimum required).
• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery or primary classroom setting (in the UK).