Learning Partner - EYFS

Are you passionate about supporting young children in their earliest years of education?

We are seeking enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Learning Partners to join the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team within a welcoming and inclusive primary school local to Clifton. This is an exciting opportunity to support children at a crucial stage of their development, helping them build the confidence, independence and foundational skills they need to thrive throughout their education.

About the Role

As a Learning Partner within EYFS, you will work closely with nursery and reception-aged children, supporting their learning, wellbeing and development through play-based and child-centred approaches.

You will help create engaging learning experiences that encourage curiosity, communication, creativity and exploration while ensuring every child feels safe, valued and included.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children in their learning through play, exploration and practical activities.
• Encouraging the development of early communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Promoting positive social interactions, emotional wellbeing and confidence.
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Assisting with observations and assessments of children's progress.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, families and other professionals.
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting children with personal care needs where required.
• Providing additional support for children with SEND within the EYFS setting.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have professional experience working with children or young people, including those with SEND (essential).
• Have a strong understanding of child development and the importance of early years education.
• Demonstrate a patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Be enthusiastic about learning through play and child-led experiences.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be committed to inclusion and supporting positive outcomes for all children.
• Be able to build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Remain calm, resilient and proactive when supporting individual needs.
• Be able to provide two years of professional references.
• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

Experience within a nursery, preschool, reception class, childcare setting, or supporting children with additional needs would be particularly advantageous.

What We Offer

• Flexible part-time opportunities.
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A dedicated and experienced EYFS team.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference during a child's most important developmental years.
• A rewarding role where every day brings new experiences and achievements.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about early childhood development and would like to support young children to become confident, happy and successful learners, we would love to hear from you.

Applications are welcomed from candidates who share our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and ensuring every child receives the very best start to their educational journey