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A primary school in Thurrock, Essex, is looking to hire a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team, with an immediate start for the right candidate.
Job Title:Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - EYFS
Key Responsibilities:- Supporting EYFS Teachers: Assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering lessons to young children.
- Individual and Group Support: Providing support to individual children or small groups, particularly those who may have additional learning needs.
- Behavior and Pastoral Care: Supporting children in their social and emotional development.
- Classroom Management: Helping to maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Record Keeping: Assisting with tracking children's progress and any necessary reporting.
- Engaging Activities: Leading or supporting activities that promote learning through play and exploration.
- Experience working with children: Ideally in an educational or care setting, particularly with younger children (EYFS experience preferred).
- Patience and Empathy: A caring attitude and understanding of young children's developmental needs.
- Team Player: Ability to work well as part of a team with teachers and other support staff.
- Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent): This would be desirable but not always required.
- DBS Check: A current enhanced DBS check will likely be required.
- Typically, school hours Monday to Friday, with potential for full-time or part-time roles depending on the school's needs.
- Immediate start: For the right candidate.
- Training and Development: Opportunities to enhance skills in special educational needs (SEN), EYFS, and classroom management..
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