Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per year, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming early years setting in Ipswich, Suffolk .

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a 2:1 degree or above who is passionate about working with young children and looking to develop a career within education and early years.

The Role

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assist with engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Support children's communication, development and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Observe children's progress and provide appropriate support.
• Work closely with teachers and experienced early years practitioners.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and EYFS procedures.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Be a graduate with a 2:1 degree or above .
• Have a genuine interest in early years education and child development.
• Be enthusiastic, patient, caring and proactive.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be confident working as part of a team.
• Have previous experience working with children, whether through employment, volunteering, tutoring or placements — desirable but not essential.
• Have a strong commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.

Previous EYFS experience is desirable but not essential , making this a great opportunity for a graduate looking to start or develop their career in education.

DBS clearance and relevant safeguarding checks will be required.

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