Location: Bow, East London
Role: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate or Next Academic Term
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

School Overview

This welcoming and community-focused primary school in Bow is known for its strong commitment to early childhood education, inclusion, and emotional wellbeing. Serving a diverse and vibrant local community, the school places great importance on early communication, positive behaviour, and building strong foundations for lifelong learning.

The EYFS provision is a warm, structured, and engaging environment where children are encouraged to explore, communicate, and develop independence through play-based learning and meaningful adult interaction. Teaching Assistants are highly valued and play a central role in supporting learning, routines, and wellbeing across Nursery and Reception.

Due to increasing levels of need within Early Years, the school is now seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Role Purpose

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children aged 3–5 within Nursery and Reception, helping them develop key skills in communication, early literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. You will support teacher-led sessions, child-initiated play, and targeted interventions designed to meet individual learning needs.

A significant aspect of the role involves supporting children with SEN, speech and language delays, EAL, and emotional or behavioural challenges, ensuring inclusive access to learning and promoting positive early experiences of school.

Key Responsibilities

• Support EYFS learning activities in line with the EYFS framework

• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions to support development goals

• Support pupils with SEN and additional learning needs

• Assist with phonics, early reading, writing, and maths activities

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence

• Support daily routines including transitions, snack time, and outdoor play

• Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and organised learning environment

• Observe and record children’s progress and achievements

• Work collaboratively with EYFS staff, SENCO, and parents

• Support children’s personal care needs where required

• Maintain safeguarding, health, and safety standards at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, reliable, and genuinely passionate about supporting young children’s development.

You should have:

• Experience working in EYFS or early years settings

• Understanding of child development and play-based learning

• Experience or interest in SEN and inclusive education

• A calm, patient, and nurturing manner

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive and flexible approach

Training and Development

The school provides:

• EYFS-focused induction and mentoring

• SEN and inclusion training

• Behaviour and emotional wellbeing CPD

• Safeguarding and child protection updates

There are opportunities to progress into SEN TA roles, HLTA positions, or teacher training for the right candidate.

What the School Offers

• Supportive and approachable leadership

• A welcoming and inclusive school culture

• Strong focus on staff wellbeing

• Ongoing professional development

• A fulfilling role supporting early learners

Safeguarding

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS checks and references are required for all appointments.