Reception Class Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Waterford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safeguarding training

Weekly payments

Local CPD support

Supportive team

Facilities in excellent condition

CPD & training

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a caring and dedicated Reception Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in the Watford area. You will support the Reception class teacher, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help create a safe, engaging classroom environment where young children can develop confidence and essential early years skills.

This is a fantastic chance for an experienced TA or EYFS professional.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in school, nursery or EYFS desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of EYFS framework and Reception curriculum.
• Relevant TA/Childcare/EY qualification desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, patient and proactive attitude.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with engaging activities for Reception-aged children.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to aid academic, social and emotional development.
• Support children’s development within the EYFS framework.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, independence and social skills.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, teachers, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with observations and assessments of learning and development.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with daily routines and transitions, including mealtimes and personal care.

Skills

Reception & EYFS knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

DBS check

Education

Teaching Assistant/Childcare/EY qualification

Job description

Reception Class Teaching Assistant Supply Desk Watford, Hertfordshire, England

Reception Teaching Assistant – Watford

Location: Watford area
Job Type: Full-Time
Start date: ASAP
Salary: £22,000–£29,000pa (Dependent on experience)

About the Role:

Supply Desk are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Reception Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school team in Watford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or early years professional who is passionate about supporting young children with their learning, development, and wellbeing.

You will play an important role in supporting the Reception class teacher and helping to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where children can build confidence and develop the skills they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and age-appropriate learning activities for Reception-aged children
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help children develop academically, socially, and emotionally
• Support children’s development across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, independence, and social skills
• Build strong and positive relationships with pupils, teachers, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with observations and assessments of children’s learning and development
• Adapt activities and provide additional support to meet individual children’s needs
• Help create a safe, stimulating, inclusive, and welcoming classroom environment
• Support children with daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care, and transitions throughout the school day
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team to support pupils’ progress and wellbeing

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, or early years setting (Desirable)
• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework and Reception curriculum
• A relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent qualification (Desirable)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, patient, caring, and proactive attitude
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What’s on Offer:

• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme

We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.