Horizon Teachers are looking for a caring and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Greenwich on a long-term basis.
You will be supporting children throughout the Nursery and Reception class, helping them engage through play-based learning, daily routines, and social development, in line with the EYFS Framework. You will be working with children from 0-5 years old, so previous experience within a similar role is very desirable.
This is a long-term position staring after the February half term until the end of the academic year, with the potential to extend into the following academic year.
The ideal candidate will:- Hold a Level 3 Childcare Qualification or equivalent
- Have experience working with EYFS or Primary aged children
- Be patient, nurturing, and passionate about Early Years education
- Be confident supporting learning through play, both 1:1 and in small groups
- Have experience supporting children with additional needs or challenging behaviour (desirable)
- Have good communication and teamwork skills
- Be reliable, enthusiastic, and positive in their approach
Why work with Horizon Teachers?- A team of specialist education consultants, many with teaching experience
- Support and guidance throughout your job search and interviews
- You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, and in many cases from day one
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
