EYFS & 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant (15 Hours per Week)
6 days ago
Preston
EYFS & 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant \n\n • Location: Wyre Area\n, • Start Date: Immediate or September Start Available\n, • Hours: 15 hours per week (days and working pattern to be agreed with the Headteacher)\n, • Salary: TA1/TA2 Grade (Competitive, dependent on experience)\n, • Job Type: Part-time, Long-term\n\n Join a welcoming and supportive primary school in the Wyre area as an EYFS & 1:1 Support Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for someone dedicated to nurturing and supporting early years education, combining general EYFS support with targeted 1:1 assistance for a preschool child with additional needs. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n\n • \n EYFS Support (10 Hours Per Week): \n \n • Assist the class teacher and EYFS team in delivering engaging learning activities.\n, • Support children’s learning and development through both adult-led and child-initiated activities.\n, • Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social development.\n, • Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.\n, • Observe and support children's progress and contribute to developmental records.\n, • Assist with preparing resources and learning environments for indoor and outdoor activities.\n \n, • \n 1:1 Child Support (Approximately 5 Hours Per Week): \n \n • Provide consistent and individualised support tailored to the child’s specific needs.\n, • Support communication, engagement, and participation in learning activities.\n, • Assist with personal care and physical needs as required.\n, • Help the child access the curriculum and integrate successfully into preschool activities.\n, • Implement support strategies and targets agreed by the school and external professionals.\n, • Build a positive, nurturing, and trusting relationship with the child and their family.\n \n, • \n Additional Duties: \n \n • Provide support within Key Stage 1 (KS1) when required.\n, • Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all children.\n, • Attend relevant training and professional development opportunities.\n, • Carry out other reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher.\n \n\n Required Skills & Qualifications: \n\n • Experience working with children aged 3-5 years in an EYFS, nursery, preschool, school, or childcare setting.\n, • A patient, caring, and nurturing approach.\n, • Strong communication and teamwork skills.\n, • Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and families.\n, • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.\n, • Flexibility and willingness to support across different age groups when required.\n, • Desirable: Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification, experience supporting children with additional needs, knowledge of the EYFS Framework, Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training).\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Access to Lancashire Professional Development and CPD opportunities.\n, • Opportunity to undertake Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training.\n, • Supportive and welcoming school environment.\n, • Opportunity to make a significant difference to children's early development and learning.\n, • Long-term opportunity with potential for future growth within the school.\n\n How to Apply: \n To apply for this position, please submit your CV. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and dedicated individual to support a child with additional needs while also becoming a valued member of a thriving EYFS team. \n