EYFS Teaching Assistant — Permanent Role with Training

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent transport links

Car park available

Job summary

Academics has partnered with a large primary school in Waltham Forest, London to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant for a permanent, full-time position starting October or November 2026. Salary will be 26,000-36,000 pro rota, with term-time only hours 8:30am-3:45pm.

You will work across EYFS classes, supporting teachers and planning activities for small groups, helping pupils with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy. Training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• This role requires familiarity with the EYFS curriculum.
• Experience supporting reading, writing, phonics and numeracy in EYFS.
• Experience in a primary school setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students across EYFS/early years classes and assist class teachers.
• Plan activities for small groups and aid children with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy.
• Contribute to a bespoke teacher training programme and ongoing education opportunities.

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 in Childcare

Relevant degree

Job description

Academics has partnered with a large primary school in Waltham Forest, London to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant for a permanent, full-time position starting October or November 2026. Salary will be 26,000-36,000 pro rota, with term-time only hours 8:30am-3:45pm.

You will work across EYFS classes, supporting teachers and planning activities for small groups, helping pupils with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy. Training opportunities available.