Reception Class Teaching Assistant

Desian Education are proud to be supporting a highly regarded single-form entry primary school in Runcorn, situated at the heart of its local community.

The school are looking to appoint an experienced and Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant to join their Reception class on a full-time, long-term temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an experienced and supportive EYFS team within a school that is held in high regard across the local authority. Subject to funding, the position is expected to continue into the new academic year, providing excellent continuity for the successful candidate.

Your New Role:

Working closely with the Reception class teacher, you will play an important role in supporting pupils’ learning, engagement and development, helping to ensure every child is given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

You will build strong, positive relationships with pupils and use a range of engaging resources and child-centred approaches to support their individual learning needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Reception class with day-to-day teaching and learning.
• Leading phonics sessions using the Read Write Inc. (RWI) scheme.
• Delivering targeted small-group and 1:1 phonics interventions.
• Supporting pupils to develop their communication and early literacy skills.
• Monitoring progress and helping pupils achieve key developmental milestones.
• Supporting pupils in preparation for a successful transition into KS1.
• Providing tailored support to pupils with SEN.
• Building pupils’ confidence, independence and engagement with learning.
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher and wider EYFS team.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.

The Reception class includes a number of pupils with additional needs who require consistent and tailored support throughout the school day. This makes the role particularly well suited to someone with a strong interest in SEN who can adapt their approach to meet individual needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a varied and rewarding EYFS role, with the chance to develop your experience in phonics, SEN support and early years education.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Full Right to Work in the UK.
• At least NVQ Level 2 in Early Years or an equivalent qualification.
• A strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
• A minimum of 40 days’ referenceable classroom experience within the last 2 years.
• An Enhanced Children’s DBS certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is desirable.
• A patient, proactive and nurturing approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with young children and work effectively as part of a team.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A full-time, long-term contract.
• Full holiday entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free training and ongoing professional development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Desian Education consultant.
• Access to exclusive teaching vacancies.
• Desian Education’s Refer a Friend scheme.