JOB TITLE: Teaching Assistant EYFS

RESPONSIBLE TO: EYFS Assistant Headteacher

PURPOSE OF JOB:  To assist the EYFS team in delivering a high standard of care and education, ensuring excellent foundations for our pupils.

DUTIES:

A        Supporting the Children

1. To promote effective learning and a high level of care by:
   • Having high expectations of all children, enabling them to reach their full potential
   • Promoting children’s speaking and listening skills
   • Scaffolding and encouraging learning in continuous provision, focus activities and group times
   • Taking on the role of key person for a group of children
   • Motivating and inspiring children through a wide range of developmentally appropriate and stimulating learning opportunities, indoors and outdoors
   • Supporting children’s wellbeing and self – regulation skills
   • Promoting healthy lifestyles for all children
   • Having a thorough understanding of the Prime Areas of learning and child development
   • Writing observations and deciding developmental next steps for children
   • Supporting the teaching team by contributing to planning meetings

2. To establish and maintain caring and nurturing relationships with all children
3. To support the development of a high quality, stimulating learning environment
4. To understand and adhere to the requirements of the statutory EYFS Framework
5. To supervise and support children at meal and snack times
6. To undertake duties in connection with personal hygiene, intimate care and welfare of children
7. To develop positive relationships with parents/carers and other family members as appropriate
8. To treat all children, and their families, with respect and consideration, including respecting their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds
9. In line with the school’s policy and procedures, use behaviour management strategies which contribute to a positive and purposeful learning environment

 B       Supporting the Team

1. To work as part of a team to enable children to achieve their full potential and liaise closely with other early years staff
2. To support the work of the EYFS team, and EYFS Assistant Headteacher
3. To attend and contribute to planning meetings by sharing reflections, evaluating provision and contributing ideas
4. To assist in the daily setting up of equipment and resources
5. To contribute to appropriate assessments, leading these where needed, and to record progress made by the children
6. To participate in the evaluation of planned activities, learning opportunities and the environment
7. To provide regular feedback about the children to the teacher, and team, through observations
8. To attend progress meetings and feedback the progress made by individual children
9. To work flexibly within the setting and be prepared to help where needed

C      Supporting the School

1. To attend relevant in-service training and courses appropriate to the role
2. To understand your responsibilities in terms of safeguarding and child protection; being able to identify concerns and follow all safeguarding procedures
3. To adhere to all school policies and procedures
4. To reflect upon and seek to improve professional practice
5. To have due regard to confidentiality, child protection, health and safety, and data protection
6. To be an effective role model for children, staff and the wider school community
7. Any other tasks as directed by your Line Manager to support the department you are working in. eg. Christmas Production, School trips, new intake meeting etc

Benefits

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Nurturing Work Environment: Benefit from on-site nurseries available during school terms and 52-week private nurseries at preferential rates.
• Extended Care Options: Enjoy access to our out-of-school and holiday clubs, also offered at discounted rates.
• Professional Growth: Embark on a journey of personal development with bespoke opportunities and comprehensive access to the Schoot CPD package.
• Technological Advancement: Experience our dynamic digital strategy, including 1-1 iPads for both pupils and staff.
• Dedicated Support: Rely on our on-site Trust HR and full-time IT support teams, dedicated to your needs.
• Strong Leadership: Be part of a team backed by committed Directors and Governors, and a leadership that values your workload and well-being.
• Inspiring Students: Teach pupils who are well-behaved, eager to learn, and who find joy and calm in their school life.
• A Family Ethos: Join a community that cherishes individual talent, empowering everyone to achieve their best.