Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistants-Level 3 Qualified

Permanent role, Term time only

1) 11:00am to 5:30pm (30 Hours) Monday to Friday

2) 9:00am to 4:00pm (32.25 Hours) Monday to Friday

Grade D SCP 5-9 (12.85 - 13.69 per hour, dependent on experience)

(24,790 - 26,409 FTE - salary to be pro-rata for hours & weeks worked)

These roles can be adapted for part-time availability or shared between applicants. We welcome applications even if you're only available for some of the advertised hours.

All contracts will be offered on a Core and Flex basis

Start Date- September 2025

The staff and governors of Calcot Schools are excited to offer an opportunity to become part of our warm and welcoming school. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, experienced, and highly motivated Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated EYFS team. At Calcot, you'll be joining a lovely school with a strong sense of community and highly supportive staff who are passionate about giving every child the best possible start. Applicants must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent). If you're ready to make a difference in a nurturing and inspiring environment, we'd love to hear from you..

Within this role you will be expected to:

? support lunchtime within the EYFS

? monitor and assess pupils and record and report on pupils' achievements and development

? have good organisational skills and flexibility

? be physically fit and prepared to assist with personal care

? have a good standard of written and spoken English

? be a team player with the ability to work well both individually, as part of a phase and as a whole staff.

? be resilient and have a solution-focused approach

We welcome visits and would be pleased to show you around the school, giving you the chance to meet our staff, see our facilities, and learn more about how we support our amazing children.

Closing Date for all applications:

Midday on7th July 2025

however, the school reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews arranged.

We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange this please call

Mrs Philips on 0118 9428727 or for an application pack please email

ephillips@c-jun.w-berks.sch.uk or go to our website www.calcotschools.co.uk

Calcot Schools is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches to help identify any incidents and/or issues which may be relevant to your suitability for the role, which the school may want to explore further with you.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 12.85-13.69 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 32.25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

working with children: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/07/2025
Expected start date: 02/09/2025