Teaching And Learning Assistant (Eyfs)

Our very effective and supportive Governing body are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and caring Early Years Teaching and Learning Assistant who is a conscientious and committed professional that believes all children can achieve high standards and therefore demonstrates consistently high expectations of all pupils in all aspects of school life

The post is to begin on Monday 15 April 2024, although we appreciate the successful applicant may need to work a period of notice so the start date could be flexible, if needed. Working hours are 33.5 hours per week, term time only, following Derbyshire term dates. (8:30-3:30pm each day with 30 minute lunch break).

Duties will include supporting the class teacher through general classroom support for all pupils across the Early Years, facilitating learning through play, supporting with pupils’ personal needs as required, as well as delivering individual and small group interventions for pupils requiring additional help. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in close partnership with the Class Teacher in helping to promote the acquisition of the Early Learning Goals. Understanding of the Early Years Curriculum and expectations and knowledge of Early Reading and Early Numeracy are essential. Please see the person specification for the full requirements of the post.

We pride ourselves at Anthony Bek (Ofsted ‘Good’ 2022) as always being described as a very warm and welcoming school with many unique attributes, such as our rewards scheme or enrichment offer, and we are fortunate to have lots of outdoor space and facilities. Pupils of Anthony Bek take pride in their work and demonstrate very effective learning behaviours. Our staff team work closely together, sharing ideas and resources and are a family both in and out of school.

 Visits to the school and school website (www.anthonybek.derbyshire.sch.uk) are recommended and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to make an appointment on 01623 810355. If you require any further information, please ask for Mrs. Donna-Marie Johnson (Headteacher) or e-mail headteacher@anthonybek.derbyshire.sch.uk

Interviews will take place on Thursday 14March 2024 so please ensure you would be available for this date.

 Candidates will be informed if they are being invited to interview on Monday 4 March 2024.