Early Years Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational support is seeking Early Years Teaching Assistants for flexible supply roles in Lambeth primary schools. This position allows you to choose your availability while playing a key role in the development of young children. If you're passionate about early education and want to gain diverse experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Weekly pay via PAYE

Support from specialist consultants

Free CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in school, nursery, or childcare setting is essential.
• Caring and flexible attitude needed for supporting young learners.
• DBS check required, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in Nursery and Reception classes.
• Assist teachers with engaging early years activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and independence.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Education

Early Years qualifications

Job description

Flexible Early Years Teaching Assistant – Primary School Supply Roles in Lambeth

Location: Lambeth, South West London
Start Date: Ongoing – You choose when you're available
Position Type: Flexible Supply Work (Daily, Part-Time, or Full-Time)
Salary: £90 – £100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about supporting children in their first years of primary school? Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?

Protocol Education is currently recruiting Early Years Teaching Assistants to work on a flexible, supply basis in Reception and Nursery classes across Primary Schools in Lambeth. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a variety of school settings while supporting young children at a crucial stage of their development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting pupils in Nursery and Reception classes within mainstream primary schools

• Assisting the class teacher with engaging early years activities

• Helping children with phonics, early literacy, and numeracy skills

• Encouraging social development, independence, and positive behaviour

• Providing one-on-one or small group support where needed

We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with young children in a school, nursery, or childcare setting

• A positive, caring, and flexible attitude

• Availability for supply work during school hours (you choose your days)

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

• Early Years qualifications are an advantage but not essential

What You’ll Gain with Protocol Education:

• Flexible work tailored to your availability

• Weekly pay, paid through PAYE – no umbrella fees

• Supportive consultants who specialise in Primary Education in Lambeth

• Free access to CPD and training opportunities

• Potential for long-term or permanent placements

Interested in supporting early learners in Lambeth primary schools? Get in touch today!
[e-mail]
0208 971 1296
www.protocol-education.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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