Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

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St. Matthew’s Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years Foundation Stage team. This is a key role in our EYFS provision, working within our Reception team to support teaching, learning and play.

The successful candidate will spend part of their time providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence and flourish as part of our inclusive school community.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of child development, early communication and nurturing relationships. Experience of supporting children with speech and language delay, autism and sensory needs would be beneficial.

The role includes:

• Providing personalised 1:1 support for a child with additional needs.

• Supporting teachers in delivering high-quality learning across the EYFS

• Promoting the Characteristics of Effective Learning and learning through play

• Supporting outdoor learning and Wild Tribe activities

• Working closely with staff to provide a warm, inclusive and stimulating environment for all children