Early Years Practitioner

REESON Education; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to support Nursery and Reception in Lambeth. The role involves assisting the class teacher with daily activities and helping create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for young children.

The ideal candidate will have EYFS knowledge, a Level 3 qualification, and a warm, patient approach. Immediate start and long-term, full-time commitment are on offer with competitive daily pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 Early Years practitioner or equivalent.
• Experience working with nursery or early years settings.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Warm, patient approach and ability to build positive relationships.
• Good teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily learning activities across Nursery and Reception.
• Deliver engaging EYFS activities through play, exploration and structured learning.
• Encourage language development, early phonics, number recognition and social interaction.
• Provide additional support to children who need help accessing activities or following routines.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and confidence.
• Help prepare resources and maintain a safe, organised learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner / Teaching Assistant - Lambeth

Location: Lambeth, South London
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Daily Rate: £105-£120
Essential: Level 3 Early Years qualification

Are you a qualified Early Years practitioner who enjoys helping young children learn, explore and develop? A primary school in Lambeth is looking for a Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to support children across its Nursery and Reception classes.

This role would suit someone who understands the importance of early development and can help create a nurturing environment where children feel confident, engaged and ready to learn.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the class teacher with daily learning activities across Nursery and Reception.

• Helping deliver engaging EYFS activities through play, exploration and structured learning.

• Encouraging language development, early phonics, number recognition and social interaction.

• Providing additional support to children who need help accessing activities or following classroom routines.

• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and confidence.

• Helping prepare resources and maintain a safe, organised learning environment.

What You'll Need

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant equivalent.

• Experience working with young children in a nursery, school or early years setting.

• An understanding of the EYFS framework and age-appropriate learning.

• A warm, patient approach and the ability to build positive relationships.

• Good teamwork and communication skills.

What's on Offer?

• An immediate start in a long-term position.

• The opportunity to work across Nursery and Reception.

• Competitive daily pay based on experience.

• A chance to develop your experience within a primary school setting.

• Support from your dedicated Reeson Education consultant.

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%