EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3

EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3 Location: Barcroft Academy Contract Type: Permanent Grade/Salary: Grade 5 SCP 9 - 17 Closing Date: Friday 8th May 2026 at 12pm Start Date: September 2026 Positions Available: 1 Interview Date(s): TBC ________________________________________________________________________________ About Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, located in the West Midlands, consists of 9 primary schools across the Walsall borough. We are proud to be Lighthouse and across our academies we have: 3,000 Amazing Children 500 Dedicated Staff Members 9 Fabulous Schools A uniquely developed Forrest School 1 Additionally Resourced Provision 2 Special Resourced Provision (SRP's_ A school with the only Crown Bowling Green in England. About this Role The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust are looking for an individual to work under guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. This includes supporting pupils within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through play-based, child-initiated, and adult-led learning. The role will involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle, including contributing to EYFS curriculum planning, observation, assessment, and the preparation and management of resources. Staff may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short absence of the teacher. The primary focus will be to maintain good order, keep pupils on task, and support their holistic development. Cover supervision will require responding to questions and assisting pupils in undertaking set activities. Main Responsibilities (see attached job description for further details): Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils, particularly within EYFS learning and development areas Support children’s learning through play-based, exploratory and structured activities in line with EYFS principles Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and support individual next steps in learning Observe, assess, and record children’s progress and development, contributing to learning journeys and EYFS assessments Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs and stages of development Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Promote independence, self-care, and self-reliance, including supporting toileting, dressing, feeding, and hygiene routines where appropriate Foster personal, social, and emotional development, supporting children to build confidence, resilience, and pos