EYFS Teaching Assistant

Start date: ASAP
Location: Rednal
Hours: Full-time, term time, 8.15am – 3.25pm
Qualification: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent childcare qualification

Zest Education is currently recruiting for a full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child with additional needs within an Early Years setting.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced and caring Level 3 Teaching Assistant who understands that every child communicates and regulates differently. You will work closely with the child throughout the school day, helping them to feel safe, settled and ready to engage with learning.

The role

As an EYFS 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child with additional needs
• Support the child with behavioural, emotional and SEMH needs
• Help the child to manage their emotions and develop positive regulation strategies
• Support the child outside of the classroom when they need additional space and time to regulate
• Encourage positive engagement with classroom activities and Early Years learning
• Build a trusting and consistent relationship with the child
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team
• Provide reassurance and encouragement throughout the school day
• Support with occasional personal care following accidents, although personal care is not a regular part of the daily role
• Help create a positive, nurturing and inclusive environment

The successful EYFS Teaching Assistant will:

• Hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification in childcare, Early Years or another relevant childcare qualification
• Have experience working with children within EYFS or an Early Years setting
• Ideally have experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH or behavioural needs
• Be calm, patient and confident when supporting emotional dysregulation
• Understand the importance of consistency, boundaries and positive relationships
• Be comfortable providing occasional personal care when required
• Be reliable and able to commit to a full-time role
• Be available to start ASAP

This role would be particularly well suited to an EYFS Teaching Assistant, Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, SEND Teaching Assistant or 1:1 Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding position where they can make a genuine difference to a child’s experience at school.

If you’re an experienced Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Zest Education for further information and to be considered for this role.