EYFS Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant for a prominent primary school in Leyton, Waltham Forest. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in Early Years settings, a solid understanding of the EYFS curriculum, and the ability to support learners with special educational needs. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Accredited continued professional development courses

In-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Proven experience supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support Early Years learners 1:1 and in small groups.
• Deliver targeted SEN interventions.
• Promote independence and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience in Early Years setting

Supporting SEN needs

Understanding of EYFS curriculum

Communication skills

Behaviour regulation strategies

Safeguarding training

Relevant TA qualification

Education

TA qualification (Level 2/3, CACHE, NNEB or equivalent)

Job description

POSITION

EYFS Teaching Assistant

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant for an Ofsted Outstanding Primary school in Leyton, Waltham Forest. The school is a popular three-form entry mainstream Primary School. With a highly supportive senior leadership team, the school continues to grow and invest in staff development through high-quality training opportunities. This role is open to skilled and experienced practitioners, with the possibility of extension or a permanent contract based on performance.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location - Leyton, Waltham Forest
• Position - EYFS Teaching Assistant
• Type of work - Supporting Early Years learners both 1:1 and in small groups, delivering targeted SEN interventions, supporting learning through play, contributing to planning discussions and observations, and promoting independence and emotional regulation
• Contract or position start date - 5th January 2026
• Duration / Likely Duration - until end of the academic year July 2026
• Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary (with a view for an extension)
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate GBP90 - 110 per day (DOE)
• Hours - 8:00am - 15:30pm or 8:30am - 16:00pm: Mon - Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year experience working in an Early Years setting (Nursery or Reception preferred)
• Proven experience supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language delay, sensory needs)
• Strong understanding of EYFS curriculum and play-based learning
• Confident in communication with parents, SENCO and external agencies
• Knowledge of behaviour regulation strategies and positive behaviour support
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)
• Relevant TA qualification (Level 2/3, CACHE, NNEB or equivalent) desirable

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

BENEFITS

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team