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Education Support Practitioner EYFS
- Thirsk
- £13.68 to £15 per hour
- Start ASAP
- Full time, long term with strong permanent potential

We are recruiting a caring and proactive Education Support Practitioner to join a welcoming primary school in Thirsk, working within the EYFS setting. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting young children at a crucial stage of their development and wants to be part of a nurturing, play based learning environment.
You will work closely with the class teacher to support children as they develop early communication, social skills and confidence, helping them feel secure, curious and ready to learn.

What you will be doing:
• Supporting children during phonics, play and early learning activities
• Helping create engaging and stimulating EYFS focused learning environments
• Encouraging communication, independence and a love of learning
• Providing gentle behaviour support using positive and nurturing approaches
• Assisting with daily routines including snack time and outdoor learning
• Observing progress and sharing feedback with teaching staff
• Building warm, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues

What we are looking for:
You will be patient, enthusiastic and genuinely passionate about working with young children. Experience in EYFS or a school setting is beneficial, but the right attitude and approach are just as important.

Why work with Castle Education:
• Access to 25 accredited CPD courses to support your development
• Weekly pay, referral rewards and loyal worker bonuses
• Opportunities across more than 120 schools
• Clear pathways into early years specialism or HLTA routes
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Genuine opportunities to secure a permanent role

To apply, please email your CV and availability to (url removed)

Castle Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference vetting. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates