Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Ealing is seeking a qualified Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team on a long-term basis.

About the role

You will work within the EYFS setting, supporting children’s learning through a combination of structured teaching and play-based activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. You will assist the class teacher in creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that supports children’s academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of the EYFS curriculum

• Working with individuals and small groups of children

• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

• Assisting with observations, assessments, and record keeping

• Supporting classroom organisation and preparation

• Maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment

About the school

The school is a friendly and supportive primary setting with a strong commitment to high-quality early years provision. Leadership values teamwork and professional development, ensuring staff feel supported and encouraged in their roles.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant you will:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within an EYFS or primary school setting
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Previous experience in Early Years
• Right to work in the UK

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].