Job Title:
EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 2
Location:
Our Lady of Pity R.C. Primary School
Responsible To:
EYFS Lead
Salary Grade:
Band D, spine point 6-7 £25,989 - £26,403 FTE (£22,552 - £22,912 Actual)
Start Date:
1st September 2026
Contract:
This is a fixed term position, 32.5 hours a week, 39 weeks a year, initially until 31st August 2027
Closing Date:
15th June 2026 at 12.00pm
We are looking for an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support our teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person.
The successful candidate will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers and support staff.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- To promote pupils' development in a safe, secure environment.
- To have regard for the safety and wellbeing of the pupil at all times.
- To meet the physical/medical needs of the pupil according to a pupil’s individual health care plan whilst encouraging independence wherever possible.
- To develop an understanding of the pupil's specific needs in order to help them learn as effectively as possible.
- To focus on individual pupils to ensure their needs are being met within the group.
- To encourage inclusion within the classroom.
- To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
- To liaise with teachers regarding the daily/weekly programme of activities and events.
- To work with other staff delivering Education and Health Care Plans.
- To assist in intimate care as required.
- To be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed.
- To support pupil record keeping as requested.
- To work within the established behaviour policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence.
- To work alongside other professionals in assessing children’s progress/needs.
We can offer you:
- A supportive, friendly working environment
- A team committed to supporting professional development
- Enthusiastic young people who love coming to school
- An experienced and motivated staff team
- A school with high aspirations for its students and staff
We would like you to:
- Be a positive role model for all members of the school community
- Be able to work well with young children and confident in establishing secure relationships
- Have high expectations of yourself and our students
- Be able to work flexibly as part of a team
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief,
sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.
The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.