Early Years Teaching Assistant – Start ASAP, DBS Ready

Academics; Orpington, Bromley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in the Bromley/Orpington area are seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the early stages of development and help foster a positive, engaging learning environment.

The role involves assisting the class teacher with daily activities, providing individual and small‑group support, and helping children develop learning and social skills. DBS is required or willing to apply; driver is preferred due to locations; start ASAP with standard school hours.

Qualifications

• Early Years experience is essential.
• Relevant qualifications or training required.
• Available to start ASAP or after short notice.
• DBS required or willing to apply for a new DBS.
• Driver preferred due to school locations.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed.
• Able to work standard school hours/days.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Help children develop learning and social skills.
• Support classroom routines and activities.
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Assist with general classroom duties where required.

Skills

Early Years experience

DBS required

Driver preferred

Education

Relevant qualifications or training

Job description

Academics in the Bromley/Orpington area are seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the early stages of development and help foster a positive, engaging learning environment.

The role involves assisting the class teacher with daily activities, providing individual and small‑group support, and helping children develop learning and social skills. DBS is required or willing to apply; driver is preferred due to locations; start ASAP with standard school hours.