EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Long-Term Growth Path

Long Term Futures Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD EYFS/SEND/Behaviour/Safegu ar

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an enthusiastic and nurturing Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Herne Hill, SE24, with a flexible start date of December 2026 or January 2027.

You will assist with planning and delivering engaging learning activities, support children's early communication and social development, and help with phonics and early numeracy while maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare is essential.
• Previous experience in EYFS, Nursery or Reception.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Paediatric First Aid is desirable but not essential.
• Confident supporting early communication, phonics and school readiness.
• Understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning.
• Experience supporting children with SEND would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
• Encourage learning through play, exploration and practical experiences.
• Support children's early communication, language and social development.
• Deliver phonics, early literacy and numeracy activities where appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, snack times and personal care where necessary.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team to support individual pupil development.

Skills

EYFS

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Long Term Futures is recruiting an enthusiastic and nurturing Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Herne Hill, SE24, with a flexible start date of December 2026 or January 2027.

You will assist with planning and delivering engaging learning activities, support children's early communication and social development, and help with phonics and early numeracy while maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom environment.