Teaching Assistant EYFS (Fixed Term Contract)

Experience

a) Relevant experience of working in EYFS, within a primary school setting, within the last 3 years (essential)

b) Experience of delivering interventions and supporting pupils with SEND.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

c) NVQ Level 3 or higher in Child Care/Education (essential)

d) Ability to work positively as part of a team.

e) Ability to relate well to children and adults.

f) A good standard of spoken and written English.

g) Good numeracy and literacy skills - to be tested at interview.

h) Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupils’ progress - to be tested at interview.

i) Able to use basic ICT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier.

j) Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant ICT packages.

k) An understanding of how to extend children’s learning through the use of open-ended questions, with examples of how this has been implemented (essential)

l) Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.

m) Willingness to undergo training and development.

n) To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.