EY Assistant

Job Description

We are currently looking for an exceptional Early Years Assistant from August 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be processed on a rolling basis. We are looking for passionate teachers who give their students hope for the future and can help them grow and be better than their previous best. 

Key Responsabilities

Classroom Responsibilities (80%)

• Support the teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment aligned with IB PYP philosophy

• Assist in the preparation and organization of learning materials and classroom resources

• Support students during inquiry-based learning activities

• Work with individuals or small groups of students to reinforce learning

• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and daily organization

• Support students’ social, emotional, and physical development

• Help maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment

• Supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities

Team Responsibilities (15%)

• Work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to support student learning

• Participate in team meetings and professional discussions when required

• Support the implementation of classroom and school initiatives

School-wide Responsibilities (5%)

• Support supervision duties (arrival, dismissal, break times, lunch, etc.)

• Contribute positively to the school community

• Follow school safeguarding and wellbeing policies

Required Skills/Abilities

Personal Qualities

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about working with young children

• Caring, patient, and nurturing

• Positive, proactive, and collaborative

• Reliable and professional

• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic international environment

• Committed to supporting student wellbeing and development

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education, Education, or related field (or currently working toward one)

• Experience working with young children (ages 2–6) in an educational setting preferred

• Right to work in Italy (EU passport or valid work visa)

• Clean and satisfactory police background checks

• Good level of English (minimum CEFR level B2; C1 preferred)

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience supporting teaching and learning in an Early Years or primary school environment preferred

• Understanding of child development and early learning principles

• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning and the IB PYP framework is an advantage

• Ability to support diverse learners and contribute to an inclusive learning environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Basic digital literacy and willingness to use educational technologies