Teaching and Learning Assistant

shangang Keji Industrial CO LTD; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Education is assisting a leading independent prep school in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, to recruit a Teaching and Learning Assistant (EYFS).

The role is full-time, permanent or contract, starting January or April 2027, with a salary of £20,000–£26,000. You will support a Pre-Prep class in KS1 or Reception, help deliver the EYFS curriculum, and build positive relationships with pupils while safeguarding responsibilities apply.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or KS1.
• Experience in Early Years and/or KS1.

Responsibilities

• Support a Pre-Prep class in KS1 or Reception.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Assist delivery of the EYFS curriculum.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

EYFS/KS1 experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/KS1

Job description

Role: Teaching and Learning Assistant (EYFS)

Start Date: January or April 2027

Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire

Contract Term: Permanent or Contract

Salary: £20,000 - £26,000

A leading independent prep school in the Rickmansworth area are seeking a Teaching and Learning Assistant in their Pre-Prep department. This is a full time and permanent role from January or April 2027.

This independent prep school aims to provide a first-class education, where every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential within a broad range of academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities. They endeavour to uphold the values of respect, kindness, loyalty, and honesty, which are central to all that the school does. Learning is an adventure in the Pre-Prep, where small class sizes, well-qualified and caring staff and excellent teaching enable children from the age of two to reach their full potential.

This role will entail supporting a Pre-Prep class either in KS1 or Reception. It is hoped you will build positive relationships with the pupils and help deliver the EYFS curriculum. You must have a Level 3 qualification and experience of working in Early Years and or KS1.

Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check