- Full-time or Part-time
- Hornchurch primary school
- EYFS
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification required
- Start date: Immediate or September
We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Hornchurch on either a full-time or part-time basis.
The Role
In this role, you will support the class teacher within the Early Years Foundation Stage, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. You will work closely with pupils throughout the school day, supporting their learning, development, and social interaction through play-based and structured activities.
You may provide 1:1 support or work with small groups of children, helping to develop early literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills. Adaptability, patience, and a positive attitude are essential, as you will be supporting children with varying needs and abilities while ensuring high standards of care and safeguarding are maintained at all times.
The School
This welcoming primary school in Hornchurch provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially. The school has a strong focus on early childhood development and offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning opportunities tailored to the EYFS curriculum.
The school benefits from a dedicated leadership team, supportive staff, and strong partnerships with families, creating a positive and community-focused atmosphere for both pupils and staff.
Requirements
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years
- Previous experience working within EYFS or a primary school setting
- A genuine passion for working with children
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive, patient, and adaptable approach
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for either full-time or part-time work within a supportive and rewarding school environment. If you are a committed education professional passionate about supporting young learners, we’d love to hear from you.
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
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