Nursery Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational agency is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join an Outstanding primary school in Newham, starting in January 2026. This long-term contract may lead to a permanent position. Candidates should have experience in Early Years and with SEND children, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to education. The school boasts a friendly environment and an OFSTED rating of 'Outstanding', making it a popular choice for families in the area.

Benefits

Free CPD and constant support with interviewing

Qualifications

• Must have experience of working in Early Years.
• Experience working with SEND children is essential.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the class teacher in a reception class.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons and activities.
• Maintain excellent behaviour management skills.

Skills

Experience of working in Early Years

Experience of working with SEND children

Excellent communication skills

Reliability and ambition

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant

• Newham
• Level 1-3 PayScale
• Free CPD and Constant Support with interviewing

Are you a teaching assistant with Early Years' experience looking for a new role?

Empowering Learning are currently recruiting for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join an Outstanding and diverse Primary School in Newham for a January 2026 start. This is a long-term contract for the academic year with the view of the role becoming permanent. You will be working with a reception class providing support to the class teacher and preparing the classroom for lessons and activities. You will need to have excellent behaviour management skills and be able to use your own initiative as well as work as part of a team.

As a Teaching Assistant for this role, you must have the following:

• Experience of working in Early Years
• Experience of working with SEND children
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Able to commit to a year's contract and/or wanting a career in education
• Be ambitious and reliable
• Early Years qualification desirable but not essential

The School - Newham

The school is a two-form entry primary school with a friendly senior leadership team. The school is situated in an excellent location close to transport links. The school is a popular choice in the area with an OFSTED rating of 'Outstanding'.

If you are passionate about early years and looking for a new role, please apply today or search Empowering Learning for more information about us.