1:1 EYFS Teaching Assistant, Wareham

Working closely with the class teacher and wider support staff, you will help children in the Early Years Foundation Stage access their learning, develop confidence, and build strong foundations for future success.

Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include supporting small groups and individual pupils, assisting with play‑based learning activities, promoting positive behaviour, and helping to create a calm, safe, and engaging learning environment.

This friendly and inclusive primary school is dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential from the very beginning of their education. The Early Years setting provides a stimulating and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop curiosity, and build essential social and learning skills. The school takes pride in creating a community where children and adults alike feel valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.

• Friendly, patient, and nurturing with young children
• Passionate about supporting early development and learning through play
• A clear communicator and reliable team player
• Enthusiastic about making a positive impact on children’s early school experience

Previous experience working with children or within an EYFS setting is desirable.

• Pay: £14.25 - £14.92 per hour
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:30pm
• Start date: ASAP

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Sarah Guest
Telephone: 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010