Job Description

Early Years Teaching Assistant | Southwark

Are you passionate about supporting children during the most important stages of their early development? This Early Years Teaching Assistant opportunity in Southwark offers the chance to work within a primary setting, supporting children in Reception and EYFS to develop confidence, independence and a love for learning.

This Early Years Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone interested in early childhood education, child development or a future career in teaching. The successful Early Years Teaching Assistant will work alongside the class teacher to support phonics, communication, play-based learning and early development activities.

The school places strong importance on creating a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, communicate and develop the foundations needed for future success.

Full Academic Year | £500–£550 per week

What the school can offer an Early Years Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting children within EYFS and Reception


• Opportunity to develop knowledge of early childhood development


• Exposure to phonics, language development and early learning strategies


• Support from experienced primary teachers


• Experience supporting children through play-based learning


• Valuable preparation for teacher training or child-focused careers


• A welcoming and collaborative primary environment

The successful Early Years Teaching Assistant will:

• Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree


• Be enthusiastic about working with younger children


• Have patience, creativity and strong communication skills


• Support children’s social, emotional and academic development


• Be proactive and adaptable within the classroom


• Have a genuine passion for education

If you are looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant role where you can support children during a key stage of their development, this is an excellent Southwark opportunity from September 2026.

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Early Years Teaching Assistant | September | Southwark | INDSUP