Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Professional development

Supportive environment

Meaningful difference

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join a busy nursery in Edmonton. You will support daily operation, deliver learning experiences aligned with EYFS, and act as a Key Person for designated children.

The successful candidate will be passionate about early years, have a sound understanding of EYFS, and be committed to safeguarding, inclusion and working as part of a collaborative team. This permanent, term-time role offers stability and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to build relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the nursery setting.
• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Act as a Key Person for designated children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support children's emotional, social and educational development.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to an inclusive, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

EYFS framework

Child development understanding

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Early Years Practitioner

Salary: £26,502 - £27,767 FTE (Actual Salary: £22,668 - £23,750)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Location: Edmonton

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join a busy nursery team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential.

Working closely with the Early Years team and senior leaders, you will support the day-to-day running of the nursery, delivering high-quality care, learning and development through an engaging Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

As a Key Person, you will build strong relationships with children and families, supporting each child's individual learning journey while promoting their wellbeing, confidence and development. You will collaborate with colleagues, parents and external professionals to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the nursery setting.
• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Act as a Key Person for designated children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support children's emotional, social and educational development.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to an inclusive, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about giving children the best possible start in life.
• Have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Be committed to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Be a positive team player with a proactive approach to supporting young learners.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.

If you are an enthusiastic Early Years professional who is passionate about helping children learn, grow and flourish, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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