Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

Wakefield Council

  • Wakefield
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to work alongside our Nursery and Reception staff to provide a high-quality learning experience for all children in the Early Years unit within school and/or to work occasionally as a 1:1.The successful candidate will be required to engage in the planning and undertaking of learning experiences for all children and contribute to the developing of areas of continuous provision under the direction of the Nursery manager and the Early Years Leader.The Department for Education have specific Early Years Qualifications Criteria that all EYFS staff must have. This can be found at Early Years qualifications achieved in the United Kingdom $ú GOV.UK ( )We are looking for someone who:
  • Has high expectations and is committed to ensuring all children make strong progress based on their starting points
  • Is a creative practitioner;
  • Has the ability to inspire and motivate;
  • Has experience of working in different key stages;
  • Is able to communicate well with good interpersonal skills;
  • Is committed to an inclusive ethos where every person matters;
  • Has good behaviour management skills;
  • Has knowledge and experience in children with additional needs;
  • Can work well as part of a team,
  • Is warm, kind, caring, positive and has a sense of humour.
We can offer:
  • A nurturing, caring and inclusive school;
  • A forward-thinking Trust that takes professional development, workload and staff wellbeing seriously;
  • A friendly, hard-working, professional and supportive team of staff and governors;
  • Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and behave well;
  • A commitment to your professional development.
  • Access to a comprehensive Trust Wellbeing Service.
Photocopies of qualifications will need to be seen to check that you meet the official criteria.Selection Timeline:Closing Date for Applications: Friday 12th September 2025Shortlisting: Monday 15th September 2025Interviews: To Be ConfirmedJob title Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant Job reference 243740 Date posted 18/08/2025 Application closing date 12/09/2025 Location Sandal Magna Community Academy, Belle Vue Road, Wakefield, WF1 5NF Salary Grade 4 - Scale Point P5 - P6, Monday to Friday (28.75 hours per week) Package Temporary for 1 year with potential to extend Contractual hours 28.75 Basis Part time Job category/type School, School Support, Temporary, Term time Attachments Job descriptionWe are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to work alongside our Nursery and Reception staff to provide a high-quality learning experience for all children in the Early Years unit within school and/or to work occasionally as a 1:1.The successful candidate will be required to engage in the planning and undertaking of learning experiences for all children and contribute to the developing of areas of continuous provision under the direction of the Nursery manager and the Early Years Leader.The Department for Education have specific Early Years Qualifications Criteria that all EYFS staff must have. This can be found at Early Years qualifications achieved in the United Kingdom $ú GOV.UK ( )We are looking for someone who:
  • Has high expectations and is committed to ensuring all children make strong progress based on their starting points
  • Is a creative practitioner;
  • Has the ability to inspire and motivate;
  • Has experience of working in different key stages;
  • Is able to communicate well with good interpersonal skills;
  • Is committed to an inclusive ethos where every person matters;
  • Has good behaviour management skills;
  • Has knowledge and experience in children with additional needs;
  • Can work well as part of a team,
  • Is warm, kind, caring, positive and has a sense of humour.
We can offer:
  • A nurturing, caring and inclusive school;
  • A forward-thinking Trust that takes professional development, workload and staff wellbeing seriously;
  • A friendly, hard-working, professional and supportive team of staff and governors;
  • Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and behave well;
  • A commitment to your professional development.
  • Access to a comprehensive Trust Wellbeing Service.
Photocopies of qualifications will need to be seen to check that you meet the official criteria.

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