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We are currently recruiting for a number of Early Years Teaching Assistant positions in Primary Education in the St Helens area of Merseyside.These positions start after the Easter term 2025 with a view to continuing for the September term.Are you looking to change your career?Do you want to work in education but are worried you may not have the right qualification / experience?Do you need flexibility in your working calender?Our partnership school are looking for a fun and energetic person who can thrive in a fast-paced environment within their Early Years provisions. They will consider applicants who have worked with children but maybe not in the education setting.Your new company.You will be working in a community-centred school in Rainhill which prides itself on enabling exploration and creating unique opportunities to learn. You will be expected to immerse yourself in all aspects of the Early Years curriculum and assist Teaching staff in supporting pupils with complex needs in mainstream education. The school is surrounded by nature walks and has unique facilities on site for SEND. The school is part of the Forest school programme and encourages outdoor play and activities in Early Years Learning. They also have sensory facilities on site and a focus on art and non-verbal communication methods. Some children may need toileting due to age and needs. They are innovators in their field and provide a unique Early Years framework to set children up for life long learning. They are incredibly supportive of new staff members and aim to help staff progress their careers in education. The school teaches life skills alongside the curriculum and allows pupils to make positive contributions to their community. Your new school promotes an ethos of inclusion, diversity, mutual respect and the promotion of British values.Your new role.Your new role will see you working in the Early Years framework. You will be expected to track and report developmental stages in connection with the EYFS curriculum and immerse yourself in daily activities. You will work as part of a team with small groups of SEND and mixed-ability children and encourage independence within the school day. You will work with the class Teacher to plan and set up work for the day and meet pupils' educational needs to set them up for lifelong learning. You will build strong and positive relationships with pupils and staff. You will follow the professional development calendar as denoted by the school.What you'll need to succeed.To be considered, you must have:.- Experience of working with EYFS aged children.- Enthusiasm, energy and flexibility.- Have experience of working with children within the last 3 years.- Highly motivated and driven to exceed expectations.- Up-to-date DBS preferred.What you'll get in return.By registering with Hays Education not only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, you will also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:-Advice on CV writing and interview techniques.-Access to free Professional Development Training.-Access to permanent vacancies through the Hays PRP team.-Option to join our guarantee scheme*.-Competitive rates of pay and holiday pay.-£250 reward vouchers when you recommend a colleague*.What do you need to do now?If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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