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Early Years Teaching Assistant (EYTA)
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Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Are you passionate about giving children the absolute best start to their education? Do you have the energy, patience, and creativity to turn everyday play into a powerful learning experience?
Our welcoming and vibrant school communities in and around historic Bury St Edmunds are looking for dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants to support their schools on a temporary basis, both day to day and longer term supply.
The Role
As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you won’t just be supervising; you will be an active partner in the children’s development. You will work closely with the class teachers to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support Learning: Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS curriculum.
- Observe and Assess: Keep accurate records of children’s progress, noting those lightbulb moments to help shape their next steps.
- Foster Independence: Encourage social skills, emotional resilience, and independence in daily routines (including outdoor play and mealtimes).
- Build Partnerships: Maintain warm, professional relationships with parents and carers to ensure a collaborative approach to each child’s growth.
- Ensure Safety: Maintain a safe, clean, and highly supportive classroom environment, adhering strictly to safeguarding policies.
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About You
We are looking for people who genuinely love working with young learners and understand that no two days in Early Years are ever the same.
What You’ll Need
- Qualifications: A relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare/Early Years (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Experience: Previous experience working within an EYFS setting or primary school environment.
- Skills: A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, excellent communication skills, and a warm, approachable demeanour.
- Attributes: High energy, a sense of humour, resilience, and a proactive can-do attitude.
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