EYFS Teaching Assistant – Large Primary School with Nursery Provision (Edgware, North London)

Location: Edgware, North London
Job Title: 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 large and well-organised primary school in Edgware is known for its strong Early Years provision, inclusive ethos, and supportive leadership. The school serves a broad community and places high importance on early communication, positive behaviour, and creating a smooth transition into formal education.

The EYFS department includes both Nursery and Reception classes and benefits from spacious classrooms, well-developed outdoor learning areas, and a highly collaborative staff team. Teaching Assistants are valued as essential contributors to pupil progress and wellbeing and are actively involved in learning support, routines, and assessment.

Due to continued growth and additional needs within Early Years, the school is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their EYFS team.

Role Purpose

The EYFS Teaching Assistant will support children aged 3–5, helping them develop confidence, independence, and essential early learning skills. You will support both teacher-led activities and child-initiated learning and provide targeted support to pupils who require additional help.

The role also involves supporting children with SEN, EAL, speech and language delay, and emotional or behavioural needs, ensuring inclusive access to learning and promoting positive early school experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Support EYFS curriculum delivery through play-based learning

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for targeted interventions

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

• Support pupils with SEN and additional learning needs

• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies

• Support classroom routines and transitions throughout the day

• Assist with indoor and outdoor learning activities

• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress

• Work closely with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and parents

• Support personal care needs where required

• Maintain safeguarding, health, and safety standards

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be reliable, nurturing, and enthusiastic, with a strong interest in Early Years education.

You should have:

• Experience working in EYFS or early years settings

• Understanding of child development and the EYFS framework

• Experience or interest in SEN and inclusive education

• A calm, patient, and proactive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Flexibility and resilience in a busy setting

Training and Development

The school offers:

• EYFS-focused induction and mentoring

• SEN and inclusion training

• Behaviour management and wellbeing CPD

• Safeguarding updates

There are opportunities to progress into SEN TA, HLTA, or teaching roles.

What the School Offers

• Supportive and approachable leadership

• Well-resourced EYFS environments

• Inclusive and child-centred ethos

• Commitment to staff development and wellbeing

• A positive and rewarding working environment

Safeguarding

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