Teaching Assistant

Early Years Educators (Level 2 or 3) Wanted! Join Our Pre-School in Stockton!

Are you a dedicated and passionate Level 2 or 3 Early Years professional ready to inspire and nurture young minds?

We''re seeking two enthusiastic Early Years Educators to join our welcoming pre-school setting in Stockton-on-Tees, starting immediately. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a stimulating and supportive environment where every child can flourish.

About the Role:

You''ll be working full-time on temporary contract, this setting is open all year round: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, playing a crucial role in the development and education of our pre-school children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children''s learning and development across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel happy, secure, and confident to explore.

• Supporting and encouraging toileting with young children.

• Assisting with the personal care of young children, including babies and under 2-year-olds.

• Helping with mealtimes, including feeding and cleaning up.

• Supporting continuous provision, fostering curiosity in learning, and promoting a mix of indoor and outdoor learning to enhance children''s development and understanding of the wider world.

• Observing and assessing children''s progress, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to their individual learning journeys.

• Building strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

• Ensuring the well-being and safety of all children in your care, adhering to all safeguarding policies and procedures.

What We''re Looking For:

• A full Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (or equivalent recognised qualification).

• Previous experience working in a pre-school or nursery setting with young children.

• A comprehensive understanding of the EYFS framework and its implementation.

• A genuine passion for working with young children, understanding their unique developmental needs.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills.

• Patience, creativity, and a proactive approach to learning and development.

• A commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive early years environment.

Why join Tradewind?

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.

• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.

• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you.

• Agency worker regulation protected!

• Your well being matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running

• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

For more information contact Aaron on (phone number removed) or (url removed)