Early Years Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Walton-on-Thames is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality support to young children. The position involves working 32.5 hours per week during term time, with opportunities for professional development and support for career advancement in teaching. Ideal candidates will have experience in Early Years education and a minimum Level 2 qualification. A calm demeanor and a collaborative approach are essential for this role.

Benefits

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Opportunities for training

Support for further career development

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years and hold a minimum of Level 2 qualification.
• Ability to promote inclusion and inspire children to achieve high standards.
• Must have a calm and caring approach with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff.
• Encourage creativity through play and activities.

Skills

Early Years experience

Team collaboration

Communication with children

Education

Level 2 qualification (Level 3 desirable)

Job description

Position

Walton Oak Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual who can bring high quality support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. They will join a hardworking and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who are committed to improving outcomes for children in their care. We are recruiting an Early Years Teaching Assistant (32.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday), term time plus one week (38 weeks per year). This is a permanent position.

What we offer

• A good school with outstanding leadership.
• A cohesive school where staff and governors are supportive.
• An innovative school with excellent facilities.
• A team of staff committed to supporting you.
• Opportunities to attend training with other teaching assistants in local schools.
• Opportunities to study for the Higher‑Level Teaching Assistant Qualification.
• Support for those who wish to further their career in teaching.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme).

Our ideal candidate will

• Have experience in Early Years and hold a minimum of Level 2 qualification (Level 3 desirable) full and relevant to the Early Years setting.
• Positively promote inclusion and enjoy taking the lead when working with our youngest children and inspire them to achieve high standards and realise their potential.
• Have a calm and caring approach with children, providing diligence and confidence necessary to support our children.
• Be a team player who can work successfully in collaboration with all the stakeholders and contribute towards the school’s ethos and its whole school improvement activities.
• Be able to create a castle, act like a giraffe make noises you’d find in a construction site and encourage children to do the same!

Recruitment details

Salary: FTE £24,330 / Actual £18,411

Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026

Interviews: Friday 9th January 2026

Start date: January 2026

To apply please complete the application form; we do not accept CVs. Previous applicants need not apply.