Early Years Teaching Assistant: Support & Learn Mentor

Beddington Infants' School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Beddington Infants' School in Greater London invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to support Foundation Stage learning (Nursery and Reception). The role involves assisting with whole class and small-group learning as part of a Year Group team.

Essential candidates will have experience with children, an NVQ 2 childcare qualification or equivalent, and strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills. Salary Scale 3/4; closing date 9 July 2026; interviews 13 July 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• A patient & calm nature and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide support for pupils indoors and outdoors.
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact according to individual needs.
• Create and maintain a supportive learning environment in line with lesson plans.
• Assist with planning learning activities and monitor progress as directed.
• Record achievement and progress and feed back to the teacher.
• Support use of computing in learning activities and promote digital competence.
• Promote equality of access and contribute to school ethos and aims.

Skills

Experience with children

Team player

Patience

Interpersonal skills

English & Maths basics

Education

NVQ 2 childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Beddington Infants' School in Greater London invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to support Foundation Stage learning (Nursery and Reception). The role involves assisting with whole class and small-group learning as part of a Year Group team.

Essential candidates will have experience with children, an NVQ 2 childcare qualification or equivalent, and strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills. Salary Scale 3/4; closing date 9 July 2026; interviews 13 July 2026.