Full job descriptionWe are looking for a passionate, nurturing, and enthusiastic Level 2 or 3 Qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Outstanding mainstream primary school, based in Hackney, supporting in Reception Class.
This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a highly supportive Early Years team within a welcoming three-form entry primary school that is recognised for its exceptional teaching, caring ethos, and outstanding learning environment.
The Early Years setting is a vibrant, engaging, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, create, and develop confidence through play-based and child-centred learning experiences.


The Early Years provision includes:
*Bright and stimulating indoor learning areas
*Creative play and role-play spaces
*Sensory and messy play activities
*Outdoor learning environments
*Reading and phonics corners
*Fine motor and gross motor development activities
*Structured and child-led learning opportunities
*Calm and nurturing spaces supporting emotional wellbeing


Job Description:
*Support children’s learning through play-based activities
*Deliver phonics, reading, communication, and early literacy support
*Encourage language development and social interaction
*Support fine motor, sensory, and creative activities
*Assist with outdoor learning and exploration activities
*Support children’s emotional wellbeing and confidence
*Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing classroom environment
*Encourage independence and positive behaviour
*Support children during transitions and daily routines
*Assist with observations and child development monitoring


The Ideal Candidate:
*Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
*Is passionate about Early Years education and child development
*Has experience working within Nursery or Reception settings
*Is warm, nurturing, and patient
*Has strong communication and teamwork skills
*Is creative, enthusiastic, and proactive
*Understands safeguarding and child-centred practice
*Can build positive relationships with children and families
*Candidate must be willing to completed First Aid Training (if you are already Paediatric First Aid Trained then that’s a bonus!) and attend Staff Inset Day Training


Position: Level 2 or 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant
Setting: Reception class
Working Hours: 08:30am – 15:30pm (Full-Time)
Pay: £115 per day
Start Date: 2nd September 2026
Contract: Full Academic Year (Long-Term)
Trial Days: Selected candidates will be invited to attend an interview and observation session as part of the recruitment process.


The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.