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EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 500 - 550 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Upton

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant
Full-Time | Term Time Only | September Start
Are you a passionate, nurturing and enthusiastic individual looking to make a real difference in early childhood education?
We are seeking an exceptional EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant, inclusive and forward-thinking primary school in the heart of Newham. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young learners at the very start of their educational journey and play a key role in shaping confident, curious and happy children.

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 3–5. You will help create a safe, stimulating and engaging environment where every child can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum through play-based learning
Assisting with planning and setting up creative, engaging activities
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils, including those with additional needs
Encouraging children’s social, emotional, and communication development
Observing, recording and reporting on pupils’ progress
Helping maintain a safe, inclusive and positive classroom environment
Supporting behaviour management and promoting positive attitudes to learningThis role is central to helping children develop key early skills such as literacy, numeracy, and social confidence.
We are looking for someone who is:

Warm, caring and genuinely passionate about working with young children
Patient, creative and able to engage children through play and exploration
A strong team player with excellent communication skills
Proactive, reliable and committed to supporting every child’s successEssential / Desirable:

Experience working with children in an EYFS or nursery setting
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Childcare qualification (desirable)
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)Why Join This School?
Supportive and welcoming staff team
Strong leadership and clear professional development pathways
Excellent facilities and resources for Early Years
Diverse and vibrant school community in Newham
Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s early developmentWhy Horizon Teachers:

Each registration process all completed from home via one online link and a video call
We are committed to ensuring out staff are happy, just view our exceptional Google Reviews
A consultative touch – providing interview preparation and guidance throughout your search
Free certified safeguarding training offered to all support staff once registered with Horizon

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

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