Early Years Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant nursery school in Newham is seeking an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant to support the learning and development of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Responsibilities include assisting the class teacher, maintaining a safe learning environment, and engaging with children and their progress. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, teamwork abilities, and a passion for working with children, particularly those with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as an early years teaching assistant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of development in the early years.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering lessons in the EYFS.
• Support children with their learning and development.
• Provide feedback to the class teacher on children's progress.

Skills

Communication

Team Working

Understanding of Early Years Development

Support for Children with SEN

Passion for Working with Children

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Newham

September 2025

SANZA Teaching agency are currently seeking an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant nursery school located in Newham!

The successful early years teaching assistant will be responsible for supporting the teaching and learning of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), as well as assisting the class teacher with various tasks and activities.

Key responsibilities of an early years teaching assistant:

• Assisting the class teacher in preparing and delivering lessons in the EYFS.
• Supporting children with their learning and development.
• Providing feedback to the class teacher on children's progress.
• Preparing learning resources and materials.
• Helping with the supervision of children during break times.
• Maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Key qualities to apply for this role as an early years teaching assistant

• The ideal candidate should have experience as an early years teaching assistant
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team
• A good understanding of development in the early years
• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A passion for working with children.

How to apply for this role as an early years teaching:

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as an early years teaching assistant or for more information about the role, contact Lauren McNaught on (phone number removed) or (url removed)