Early Years Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD course access via National College

Dedicated primary education consultant

Flexible full-/part-time placements

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is hiring an EYFS Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Pinner/Harow. You will support Nursery and Reception, assisting with literacy, numeracy, language development and inclusive education, both indoors and outdoors.

The role emphasizes a warm, nurturing approach, reliability and the ability to follow the class teacher's guidance. Employment is offered as full-time or part-time with weekly PAYE pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in an EYFS setting (Nursery/Reception)
• Warm, nurturing approach to young children
• Confidence supporting early phonics and language development
• Ability to follow the class teacher's direction
• Experience with SEND, EAL or additional needs is advantageous
• Reliability, patience and a calm presence
• Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to apply

Responsibilities

• Support children in Nursery and Reception to build literacy and numeracy foundations
• Assist planned activities and observe progress to support individual learning
• Support language development and access to the full curriculum indoors and outdoors
• Collaborate with the teacher and EYFS lead to foster a caring, consistent environment

Skills

EYFS experience

Warm nurturing approach

Phonics & language support

Follow teacher direction

SEND/EAL experience

Reliable & patient

DBS update service

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: Pinner, Harrow. Early Years Foundation Stage. Employment type: Full-Time or Part-Time.

Salary: £95 - £105 per day. Pay structure: Weekly PAYE only. Start date: Immediate / Ongoing.

We are recruiting an enthusiastic and nurturing EYFS Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Pinner, Harrow. If you have a natural warmth with young children and a genuine belief in the power of play, curiosity and kindness to unlock early learning - this role was made for you.

About the role

Working in Nursery and Reception, you will support children at the very beginning of their school journey - a time when the foundations of literacy, numeracy, communication and social confidence are being laid. Your role is to make every child feel safe, seen and ready to explore. Under the direction of the class teacher, you will work across the EYFS learning environment both indoors and outdoors, supporting planned activities, observing children's progress, encouraging language development and helping pupils with any additional needs to access the full curriculum. This is a school that takes early years seriously. The EYFS team is experienced, collaborative and passionate, and they are looking for a Teaching Assistant who shares that passion and brings consistency, energy and care to every session.

What we are looking for

• Experience working with children in an EYFS setting - Nursery, Reception or similar
• A warm, nurturing approach and genuine love of working with young children
• Confidence supporting early phonics, communication and language development
• Ability to follow the class teacher's direction and contribute positively to the learning environment
• Experience supporting children with SEND, EAL or additional needs is a real advantage
• Reliability, patience and a calm, positive presence
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

What you will gain

• A role at the heart of the most formative stage of a children's education
• Experience in a well-resourced, supportive and inspiring EYFS environment
• A collaborative team around you - the class teacher and EYFS lead will support your development
• The daily reward of watching young children grow in confidence and capability
• Access to CPD opportunities that build your early years expertise and career

Why Tradewind?

• Competitive pay rates paid weekly via PAYE - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College from day one
• A dedicated consultant who specialises in primary education across Harrow
• Flexible placements to suit your availability - full-time or part-time
• Honest, supportive guidance throughout - we work in your best interests

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification.