EYFS Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity for Early Years Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!

Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you have a nurturing spirit and a love for helping young children discover the joy of learning? Join our dedicated team as an Early Years Teaching Assistant in the S35 of Sheffield!

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to support our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team in providing a stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Assist the EYFS teachers in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that support children's learning and development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, and academic progress through one-on-one interactions and small group activities.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment that promotes exploration and curiosity.
• Contribute to the planning and preparation of lessons and activities, ensuring they align with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience working with young children, preferably in an early years setting.
• A warm and nurturing demeanor with a genuine passion for supporting children's development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality in the classroom.

Why join us?

• A supportive and collaborative school community dedicated to the well-being and success of all staff and students.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Located in the vibrant city of Sheffield, with access to excellent amenities and cultural attractions.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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