EYFS Teaching Assistant

Operam Limited; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers are seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join the Early Years team in Islington, supporting children aged 3-5 in Nursery and Reception. The role is full-time (term-time) with Monday to Friday work, and offers weekly pay up to £650 depending on experience within a vibrant, inclusive primary school.

You will assist with phonics, early literacy, numeracy, and observations, helping create a safe, nurturing environment and contributing to planning and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering the EYFS curriculum in a creative and engaging way
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with children to support learning and development
• Foster a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
• Assist with phonics, early literacy, numeracy, and expressive arts activities
• Observe and record children's progress, contributing to planning and assessments
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social skills
• Support with personal care routines where needed
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and parents

Job description

Role

EYFS Teaching Assistant

• Location: Islington
• Pay rate: Up to £650 a week - dependant on experience
• Start date: September 2025
• Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Monday to Friday

Horizon Teachers are seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join the Early Years team, supporting children aged 3-5 in both Nursery and Reception classes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education who wants to make a real difference during these crucial developmental years.

About the school

This inclusive primary school is proud of its vibrant Early Years setting, where children thrive through play-based, child-led learning. This school is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, with praise for its nurturing atmosphere and strong focus on early development. Located in a leafy residential area with excellent transport inks, the school is well-resourced and led by a supportive leadership team

Roles and responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering the EYFS curriculum in a creative and engaging way
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with children to support learning and development
• Foster a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
• Assist with phonics, early literacy, numeracy, and expressive arts activities
• Observe and record children's progress, contributing to planning and assessments
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social skills
• Support with personal care routines where needed
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and parents

Why Horizon Teachers

• We offer our support staff the highest rates up to £600 per week!
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent