Teaching Assistant

Academics; Cheshunt; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a supportive nursery team in Cheshunt. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a nurturing school environment that values the contributions of its staff. As a key member of the team, you will collaborate with teachers and engage with children, fostering their love for learning. The school is recognized for its inclusive ethos and commitment to pupil wellbeing, providing excellent resources and outdoor facilities. If you are dedicated to making a difference in early years education, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Golden Day of holiday

Dedicated staff wellbeing team

Free access to on-site secure car park

Ongoing professional development and training

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers and support small groups of children.
• Help deliver high-quality early years education in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with young children

Proactive team player

Energy and creativity in education

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Childcare

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years professional with a Level 3 qualification in Childcare? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded and welcoming Infant School in the Cheshunt area for an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their supportive nursery team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a nurturing and collaborative school community that values the contributions of its support staff. The successful teaching assistant will work closely with class teachers and independently with small groups of children in the nursery class, helping to deliver high-quality early years education in a richly resourced learning environment.

The School:

Set in a residential part of Cheshunt, this two-form entry Infant School, complete with an on-site nursery and dedicated Forest School area, is praised for its inclusive and positive ethos. The school sits within a spacious setting it shares with a partner Junior school and is equipped with well-resourced classrooms and beautiful outdoor learning spaces.

Following a recent Ofsted inspection in March 2024, the school was graded as "Good" and commended for its safe and nurturing environment, with staff who know pupils well and support them to achieve their full potential.

Ofsted March 2024:
"This is a safe, happy and nurturing school. Pupils are keen learners. Staff know the pupils well. They do their best to meet pupils' individual needs. Pupils, including those with SEND, achieve well. The school treats each pupil as an individual and helps all to shine."

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Level 3 Qualified
Location: Cheshunt
Salary: H3 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Fixed term until July 2025 (with potential for extension)
Start Date: Sept 2025; Term Time Only

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:

• Holds a Level 3 Certificate in Childcare
• Has a genuine enthusiasm for working with young children
• Is a proactive team player with a positive attitude
• Brings energy, creativity, and commitment to early years education

The Cheshunt school offers:

• A warm, friendly, and experienced team to support you
• A strong culture of inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Children who are excited to learn and thrive in their environment
• Access to excellent outdoor facilities including a Forest School

Additional staff benefits include:

• An additional "Golden Day" of holiday every academic year
• A dedicated staff wellbeing team with regular team-building events
• Free access to an on-site secure car park
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

This is a fantastic role for a qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference in a supportive and well-respected school setting.