Level 3 EYFS Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: King's Lynn

Contract: 34.25 hours per week

Hourly Rate: From £14.24

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and nurturing Level 3 EYFS Teaching and Learning Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive early years setting. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to giving young children the best start in life and creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating learning environment.

You will work closely with teachers and staff to support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting Children

• Support the learning and development of children in line with the EYFS framework
• Provide individual and small group support, including early intervention where needed
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and social development
• Attend to children’s personal needs, including toileting, hygiene, and wellbeing
• Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Support children with additional needs (including SEND) where required

Supporting Teaching Staff

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning activities
• Prepare and maintain learning resources and indoor/outdoor environments
• Observe, monitor, and record children’s progress and development
• Contribute to learning journals and assessments
• Support phonics, early literacy, and numeracy activities
• Help implement behaviour management strategies

Supporting the Setting

• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS statutory requirements at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and external professionals
• Attend staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development
• Support with supervision during break times, outdoor play, and trips

Person Specification

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children in an EYFS setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience supporting children with additional needs (SEND)
• Knowledge of phonics and early learning strategies
• Experience contributing to observations and assessments