EYFS Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Newham, EastLondon)

Location: Newham, East London Role: EYFS Teaching Assistant Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only Start Date: ASAP or Next Term Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience School Overview This welcoming and inclusive primary school in the heart of Newham is committed to providing a nurturing, stimulating, and child-centred Early Years environment. Serving a richly diverse local community, the school places a strong emphasis on early intervention, emotional development, and high-quality EYFS provision to ensure every child gets the best possible start to their education. The school’s Early Years Foundation Stage is a vibrant, well-resourced setting where play-based learning, communication development, and positive relationships sit at the core of daily practice. The leadership team is highly supportive and values Teaching Assistants as key contributors to pupil progress, wellbeing, and inclusion. Due to growing pupil numbers and increasing needs within EYFS, the school is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. Role Purpose As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting children in Nursery and Reception , helping them to develop socially, emotionally, and academically. You will work closely with the EYFS Teacher and Early Years Lead to support learning through structured activities, free-flow play, and targeted interventions. You will support children with a range of needs, including speech and language delay, SEN, EAL, and social or emotional needs , ensuring that every child feels safe, supported, and confident within the classroom environment. Key Responsibilities Support learning through play-based and child-led activities aligned with the EYFS framework Work with children individually and in small groups to support communication, early literacy, numeracy, and personal development Support children with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and developmental delays Assist with phonics, early reading, mark-making, and number recognition activities Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills Support classroom routines including transitions, tidy-up time, snack time, and outdoor learning Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment Observe, record, and contribute to assessments of children’s progress Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals Support children with personal care where required, in line with school policies Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child protection at all times The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be caring, patient, and enthusiastic about early childhood education. You will understand the importance of consistency, routine, and emotional security for young children and be committed to inclusive practice. You should ideally have: Experience working in EYFS, Nursery, or Reception Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development Experience supporting children with SEN and/or EAL A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills The ability to build positive relationships with children and adults Formal qualifications are welcome but not essential—attitude, commitment, and experience are highly valued. Training and Development The school offers excellent professional development opportunities, including training in: EYFS best practice SEN and inclusion Behaviour support and emotional regulation Safeguarding and child protection There is strong potential for progression into SEN roles, HLTA positions, or teacher training pathways. What the School Offers A supportive and experienced EYFS team Strong leadership and clear EYFS vision Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning spaces A diverse, welcoming school community Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities Safeguarding The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.