EYFS Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education is recruiting an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Lambeth. In this role you will assist children in Nursery and Reception, helping them build essential early learning skills and confidence.

You\'ll work closely with the class teacher to create engaging activities, provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support, and support phonics, early numeracy and play-based learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as EYFS Teaching Assistant, Nursery Assistant, or similar role.
• Desirable Level 2/3 Early Years qualification.
• Understanding of EYFS curriculum and child development strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Nursery and Reception to develop early learning skills.
• Work with class teacher to create engaging activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support, including for children with additional needs.
• Assist with phonics, early numeracy and play-based learning.
• Encourage social, emotional and academic development.

Skills

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Nursery Assistant

Phonics support

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Lambeth - Support Young Learners!

Location: Lambeth (Nearest Station: Balham)
Position: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Salary: £95 - £115 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: November 2026

Are you an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to support early years learners? A fantastic primary school in Lambeth is seeking a compassionate and proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Role Overview:

• Support children in Nursery and Reception, helping them develop key early learning skills.
• Work closely with the class teacher to create an engaging learning environment.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support, particularly for children with additional needs.
• Assist in phonics, early numeracy, and play-based learning activities.
• Encourage social, emotional, and academic development in young learners.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working as an EYFS Teaching Assistant, Nursery Assistant, or similar role.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Understanding of EYFS curriculum and child development strategies.
• A nurturing, patient, and positive approach to supporting children.
• An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join This School?

• A welcoming, inclusive environment with a strong focus on early years education.
• Supportive staff and excellent EYFS resources.
• Opportunities for career progression and training.
• Located in Lambeth with excellent transport links for easy commuting.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.