The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression.

We are currently looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support amongst nursery and reception classes in a mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Barnet. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience within the Early Years sector and good knowledge of the EYFS framework.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a safe and stimulating environment to allow the children to grow and develop. You will lead phonics and reading interventions to encourage academic development, as well as promote learning through play. Your other responsibilities will include;

• managing behaviour effectively
• looking after physical needs and providing personal care
• liaising with parents/carers
• monitoring progress through targets
• safeguarding/working alongside SENCo
• working alongside classroom teacher
• building nurturing attachments and fostering trust

The school prides itself on offering a diverse and inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities to thrive. Therefore they require someone who is willing to adhere to their ethos and values to ensure a positive impact on the children’s academic, social and emotional development.

This is a fantastic chance to be at the fore-front of children’s learning and development while being consistently aided and encouraged by the Senior Leadership Team and fellow staff members, with the potential to progress on to a Teacher Training programme if deemed an ideal candidate.

Requirements for the role:

• Level 3 CACHE (preferred)
• Good understanding of EYFS framework
• Behaviour management
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative
• Good communication skills
• Nurturing and patient approach
• Competent literacy skill

Benefits of working with Ortus Recruitment:

• Competitive daily dates – PAYE
• Continuous support /advice from specialist consultants
• No Umbrella Company fees
• Potential to secure perm contract and/or Teacher Training with the school
• Good opportunities for CPD training
• Generous referral scheme

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you believe to be a good match for this role, apply today with your full CV!