Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant (V-121874)

Location: Southwark, England
Sector: Education & Training
Salary: £470.00 to £520.00 per week

Are you passionate about supporting children during the most important stages of their early development? This Early Years Teaching Assistant opportunity in Southwark offers the chance to work within a primary setting, supporting children in Reception and EYFS to develop confidence, independence and a love for learning.

This Early Years Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone interested in early childhood education, child development or a future career in teaching. The successful Early Years Teaching Assistant will work alongside the class teacher to support phonics, communication, play based learning and early development activities. The school places strong importance on creating a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, communicate and develop the foundations needed for future success.

What the school can offer an Early Years Teaching Assistant

• Experience supporting children within EYFS and Reception
• Opportunity to develop knowledge of early childhood development
• Exposure to phonics, language development and early learning strategies
• Support from experienced primary teachers
• Experience supporting children through play based learning
• Valuable preparation for teacher training or child focused careers
• A welcoming and collaborative primary environment

The successful Early Years Teaching Assistant will

• Hold A Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree
• Be enthusiastic about working with younger children
• Have patience, creativity and strong communication skills
• Support children's social, emotional and academic development
• Be proactive and adaptable within the classroom
• Have a genuine passion for education

This role will start in September 2026.