Experienced Early Years Educator

1 month ago

Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time
Job Title: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant

Reports to: Class Teacher / Early Years Coordinator / Headteacher

Job Purpose:

To provide educational and social support to children in the EYFS, working under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff to create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Classroom Support:
  • Assist in planning and implementing a curriculum that supports the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
  • Support children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis as needed.
  • Help set up and organize learning activities and environments, ensuring a variety of materials and resources are available.
  • Observe and assess children's progress, keeping accurate records of their development.
  • Provide feedback to the class teacher on children's progress and any areas of concern.
Child Development:
  • Foster a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of each child.
  • Encourage children to develop independence, self-confidence, and a love of learning.
  • Support the development of language, literacy, numeracy, and other foundational skills through play and structured activities.
  • Assist with personal care routines, including toileting, dressing, and feeding, ensuring children's health and safety.
Behavior Management:
  • Promote positive behavior and implement the school's behavior management policies.
  • Use positive reinforcement and appropriate strategies to manage challenging behavior.
  • Encourage good manners, respect, and cooperation among children.
Parental Engagement:
  • Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and well-being.
  • Participate in parent meetings, open days, and other school events as required.
Administrative Duties:
  • Prepare and maintain learning resources and equipment.
  • Assist with record-keeping and administrative tasks, such as maintaining attendance registers and updating individual learning plans (ILPs).
  • Contribute to the creation and maintenance of displays and visual aids in the classroom.
Professional Development:
  • Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in early childhood education.
  • Reflect on personal practice and set goals for continuous improvement.
Health and Safety:
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times, adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments of the learning environment.
  • Report any concerns regarding child protection or welfare to the designated safeguarding lead.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Essential:
    • Relevant qualifications in early childhood education (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Early Years Education and Care).
    • Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Desirable:
    • Pediatric First Aid certification.
    • Experience with children with special educational needs (SEN).
    • Knowledge of the EYFS framework and current best practices in early years education.

Personal Attributes:

  • Caring, patient, and nurturing.
  • Enthusiastic and passionate about early childhood education.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

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