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Supporting Teaching and Learning

• Support children individually in small groups and through play-based learning experiences in line with the EYFS curriculum.
• Assistin the teacher in planning and delivering, engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills. 
• Support children with additional needs, including SEND, EAL, or those requiring targeted academic or pastoral support.
• Promote language development through high-quality interactions, storytelling, singing and conversations.
• Foaster positive learning behaviours and model appropriate social interactions. 

Classroom and Environment Support

• Prepare, organise, and maintain learning resources and classroom areas.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Support the organisation of continuous provision and play-based activities. 
• Supervise children during lessons, transitions, playtimes, mealtimes and toileting routines where appropriate. 
• Ensure the classroom environment reflects and celebrates children's learning. 

Assessment and Observation

• Observe children's learning and development and share observations with the class teacher.
• Contribute to assessment records, learning journeys, and documentation of children's progress .
• Supportthe implementation of individual learning or support plans.
• Recognise and respond to children's develpmental and emotional needs.

Pastoral Care and Wellbeing

• Support children's social, emotional, and personal development.
• Help children to develop positive relationships, self-regulation and independence skills. 
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Support children's wellbeing and provide reassurance and care when needed. 

Professional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of the Early Years team and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Attend relevant training, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Uphold the school’s ethos, values, and policies, including safeguarding, and confidentiality.
• Act as a positive role model and maintain professionalism at all times.

• Experience of working with young children in an Early Years or educational setting. 
• A caring, patient, nurturing and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of child-centered and play-based learning.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the direction of a teacher.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Diploma or Certificate in Teaching/Child Development is an advantage.