Teaching & Learning Support (Early Years)

Clare House School Porthcawl is seeking to appoint a caring and nurturing Teaching and Learning Support practitioner (Early Years) to join our founding team. This is an opportunity to help create a distinctive Early Years provision from the very beginning, supporting children aged 3 to 5 within an environment where every child is celebrated, known and encouraged to thrive.

Please read the recruitment pack in the Supporting Documents tab before applying.

Role overview

• Support children’s learning and development through play-rich, experiential and child-centred approaches
• Engage actively in children’s play, extending learning through interaction, questioning and purposeful conversation
• Contribute to the creation of stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments that encourage curiosity and exploration
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development through strong relationships and responsive care
• Observe and reflect on children’s learning, contributing to assessment and next steps alongside colleagues
• Support daily routines, transitions and wellbeing to ensure children feel safe, secure and ready to learn
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider school community

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare
• Strong understanding of child development and play-rich learning
• Commitment to creating inclusive, relational and child-centred learning environments
• Ability to support children’s learning through observation, interaction and reflective practice
• Confidence working collaboratively as part of a growing and values-led team
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to pupil wellbeing

Why join us?

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new and ambitious school community where relationships, care and meaningful learning are central to everyday practice. As part of our founding team, you will play an important role in shaping children’s earliest experiences of school, contributing to a nurturing learning environment and helping build a school designed to endure for future generations.