EYFS Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Barking, East...

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

School Overview

This friendly and community-focused primary school in Barking is dedicated to delivering a nurturing and high-quality EYFS provision where children feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn. The school serves a diverse local population and places strong emphasis on early communication, social development, and inclusive learning.

The Early Years team works collaboratively to provide a structured yet flexible environment that supports each child’s individual needs. Teaching Assistants are highly valued and play an essential role in supporting learning, wellbeing, and school readiness.

Due to increased pupil numbers and additional learning needs, the school is now seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Role Purpose

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children in Nursery and Reception, helping them develop key skills in communication, early literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. You will work closely with teachers to support both group learning and targeted interventions.

You will also provide additional support to children with SEN, speech and language delay, EAL, and emotional or behavioural needs , ensuring inclusive access to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support EYFS learning activities in line with the EYFS framework

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support development targets

• Support children with SEN and additional needs

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

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and confidence

• Support classroom routines and transitions

• Assist with outdoor learning and play-based activities

• 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

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, caring, and reliable, with a genuine passion for working with young children.

You should have:

• Experience working in EYFS or early years settings

• Knowledge 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 and SEN-focused training

• Ongoing CPD and mentoring

• Safeguarding and behaviour training

• Opportunities to progress into SEN or HLTA roles

What the School Offers

• Supportive and approachable leadership

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment

• Strong focus on staff wellbeing

• Opportunities for professional growth

• A rewarding EYFS role making a real difference

Safeguarding

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