Job description
Exciting opportunity to join GSL as an Early Years Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant!
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Boston
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract type: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time
Start date: ASAP
Do you possess the patience and creativity to support young children's early development?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant for a school located in Boston. This role is fundamental in fostering a nurturing and inclusive setting where young learners can thrive and develop essential skills for their future education.
About the Role:
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support the classroom teacher with activities tailored to the youngest learners in the Early Years Foundation Stage, fostering a nurturing environment for children to develop essential social, language and motor skills. You will also assist in preparing educational materials, monitor and report on children's progress and ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
Essential Qualities That We Are Looking For:
- Assist in delivering engaging and interactive lessons tailored to the EYFS curriculum, helping children develop essential skills.
- Provide one-on-one support to children who may require additional help, ensuring all students can access the learning material.
- Maintain a positive and stimulating learning environment, encouraging good behaviour and social interaction among children.
- Assist in the preparation of educational materials and resources to enhance learning experiences.
- Monitor and record children’s progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents to support each child’s development.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, adhering to school policies and safeguarding procedures.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Previous experience in an EYFS setting and familiarity with the Early Years curriculum are desirable.
- A patient and encouraging approach is essential to help children build confidence in their early learning journey.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage young children effectively.
- Profound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development principles will be beneficial.
- Strong organisational skills to prepare and manage educational materials and activities.
- A commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students, with a thorough understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
What Do We Want From You: To thrive in these roles, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an updated CV (with two relevant references from the last two years and covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps)
- Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Join GSL Education Today!
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with various students.
- Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and make a significant impact on the educational journey of students.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘EYFS Teaching Assistant’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.