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EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
September 2024 to July 2025 £85 – £101 per day ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Ward of Yardley Main classroom support across EYFS
The Role
Support children across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through a blend of classroom assistance, play-based learning, and focused early development support. Responsibilities include:
- Helping pupils settle into routines
- Building early communication and numeracy skills
- Supporting literacy-based activities
- Collaborating closely with the class teacher to keep children engaged throughout the day
- Contributing to the EYFS framework, ensuring children develop essential knowledge, skills, and confidence for their school journey
The Candidate
You must:
- Be patient, energetic, and clear communicator with young children
- Have a strong desire to work in education, with an interest in supporting developmental growth
- Aim to develop practical classroom experience before pursuing a teaching career
- Prefer hands-on teaching support, enhancing skills in reading, writing, and learning activities
- Recognise this role as a natural progression for those entering primary education
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Requirements
- Degree: Minimum 2:2 or better in any subject
- Enhanced DBS: Must hold (or be prepared to obtain)
- Must demonstrate commitment to education – passion for supporting child progress and wellbeing
- Interest in long-term career development in education, ideally leading to teacher training
The School
An ‘Outstanding’ primary establishment in Yardley, prioritising:
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- High-quality early years experience via structured routines, focused support, and rigorous child development practices
- Collaborative EYFS team that stresses the critical importance of ** early-stage learning** and trajectories
- Opportunities to explore practical teaching strategies for boosting early school readiness
The school adheres to government-mandated EYFS guidelines for early provision in England.
How to Apply
Send your CV to be considered for this opportunity. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to proceed with interview discussions. Early applications welcome, as vacancy selection may occur before the formal deadline.
Note: Due to high volume, only successful applicants will receive correspondence.
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