Early Years Support
Job description
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EYFS Teaching Assistant - Stockport
Full-Time | Long-Term Role | Immediate Start
A welcoming and supportive Primary School in the Stockport area is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their EYFS team on a full-time basis until the end of the academic year.
The school is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children in the Early Years setting and helping them thrive both academically and socially.
The Role:- Full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant position
- Long-term role until the end of the academic year
- Supporting pupils across the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Working closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities
- Providing support to pupils on a small group and 1:1 basis where required
- Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
- Has previous experience working within a school setting
- Has strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
- Is proactive, nurturing, and enthusiastic
- Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming school with a strong team ethos and supportive leadership.
To apply for the role, please contact Matt on or call the office on .
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⭐ Highlight your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification prominently as this is specifically required for the role
📊 Quantify your EYFS experience: "Supported 24 Reception pupils across phonics and numeracy sessions"
🌐 Emphasise your knowledge of EYFS curriculum areas like Communication & Language, Physical Development, and Personal, Social & Emotional Development
🎯 Showcase examples of 1:1 and small group support you've provided to demonstrate your versatility
🤝 Mention your ability to work collaboratively with class teachers and build positive relationships with pupils
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- •Delivered targeted phonics interventions to 8 Reception pupils, improving reading readiness scores by 35% over one academic term
- •Supported EYFS curriculum delivery across all 7 learning areas, facilitating small group activities for classes of 28-30 pupils
- •Collaborated with 4 class teachers to implement individualised learning plans, resulting in 92% of pupils meeting age-related expectations
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the EYFS Teaching Assistant position at your Stockport Primary School. With my Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and extensive knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, I am well-equipped to support Reception pupils in their crucial early learning journey.
My background in Early Years education has provided me with hands-on experience in delivering 1:1 and small group interventions, working collaboratively with class teachers to create engaging learning activities that support children's academic and social development.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you support a child who is struggling with phonics in Reception?
- ›What are the seven areas of learning in the EYFS curriculum?
- ›How do you adapt activities for different learning styles in Early Years?
- ›Describe your experience with EYFS assessment and observation methods
- ›How would you support a child's transition from nursery to Reception?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning difficulty
- ›Describe a situation where you had to work closely with a class teacher
- ›How do you handle challenging behaviour in young children?
- ›Give an example of when you built a positive relationship with a reluctant pupil
- ›Tell me about a time you had to be proactive in supporting a child's needs
STAR answer examples
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Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning difficulty
Describe a situation where you had to work closely with a class teacher