EYFS Teaching Assistant 1-1

Job Advertisement: 1-1 Teaching Assistant (Early Years) – Darlington

Position: 1-1 Teaching Assistant (Early Years)
Location: Darlington, North East England
Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1-1 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team in Darlington. This role will involve supporting a child within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) who requires additional support with their learning and development. As a 1-1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the child, providing tailored support to help them thrive in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual support to a child in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with specific learning needs.
• Assist with the delivery of tailored learning activities, ensuring the child’s academic and personal development.
• Foster a positive and nurturing environment to build the child’s confidence, social skills, and emotional well-being.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and other professionals to implement specific learning strategies and plans.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the class teacher, ensuring that any necessary adjustments are made to support the child’s development.
• Promote inclusion and ensure the child can fully participate in classroom activities and school life.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children, particularly within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• A caring and patient attitude, with the ability to adapt to the individual needs of the child.
• Understanding of special educational needs (SEN) and experience supporting children with learning difficulties would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with both children and staff.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is preferred, but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational and personal development.
• A supportive and collaborative school environment where professional development is encouraged.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and caring team committed to the success of every child.
• Competitive salary and term-time only contract to allow for a good work-life balance.

If you are passionate about supporting young children in their early education and can offer the tailored support a child needs to flourish, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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