Do you have experience working within an EYFS setting? Are you seeking your next role within education?

Empowering Learning are delighted to be working with a school in the DE21 (Chaddesden) area who are looking to appoint an EYFS Teaching Assistant to work on a full time basis within their Early Years Team.

The school is based close to the city centre and has excellent transport links. The school has recently appointed a new headteacher who has a passion for all things EYFS. The role will start as soon as possible for the right person. The working hours will be 08:30-15:30 and will be Monday - Friday.

The main duties within the role will be:

• Supporting the teaching and learning within the EYFS unit
• Leading phonics groups on a daily basis
• Providing personal care when necessary
• Using outdoor space to encourage learning through play
• Providing 1:1 support to children who present with additional needs
• Leading small academic interventions around basic maths and literacy

The school are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working within EYFS or a nursery setting
• Has previously delivered some sort of phonics to children
• Can build relationships with children and staff
• Is able to support pupils with special educational needs
• Has an enthusiastic approach to learning
• Can inspire children during their initial journey into education.

To apply for this role, please send across your CV via the application page. Alternatively, please call Jamie on