EYFS Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Long term |
| Location | Islington |
| Area | Islington, London |
| Sector | Support StaffSupport Staff - Learning supportSupport Staff - Teaching Assistant - Primary |
| Salary | £96 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | Immediate Start |
| Telephone | 03003034740 |
| Job Ref | AW/0705IS |
| Job Views | 9 |
- Description
EYFS Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Primary School)
Location: Islington, North London
Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm)
Salary: £96 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Long-term with potential for permanent placement
Start Date: ASAP
DBS Requirement: Must have an Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting early years education? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington is seeking a full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the educational foundations of young learners, supporting both their academic and social development in a vibrant, play-based environment.
About the School:
A diverse and community-oriented primary school located in central Islington.
Warm, well-resourced Early Years setting focused on holistic child development.
Emphasis on child-led learning, creativity, and emotional wellbeing.
Supportive leadership team committed to staff development and training.
Role Responsibilities:
Support the class teacher in delivering a stimulating and nurturing EYFS curriculum.
Work closely with pupils aged 3–5 to encourage language, motor, and social development.
Assist with phonics, number work, storytelling, and creative activities.
Promote positive relationships and emotional security for all children.
Help maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment.
Contribute to observations and assessments of children’s progress (experience with EYFS framework desirable).
Provide additional support to pupils with EAL or additional needs as required.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Experience working with children in an EYFS setting (nursery or school-based).
Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and development milestones.
Warm, patient, and proactive approach to learning and care.
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Confident using play-based learning strategies and behaviour management techniques.
Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification is desirable but not essential.
Requirements:
Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply).
Right to work in the UK.
Able to commit to a full-time, term-time role (8:30am – 3:30pm).
Two references from previous roles working with children.
Why Apply?
Competitive daily rate of £96 – £110 (paid weekly).
Work in a caring and creative EYFS setting with dedicated staff.
Gain valuable experience in early childhood education.
Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
To Apply:
Please upload your CV explaining why you’re interested in this EYFS Teaching Assistant role..Early applications are encouraged. Trial days and interviews will be arranged promptly.