Level 3 EYFS TA - Outstanding Primary in Hammersmith

A highly regarded Catholic primary school in Hammersmith is seeking a qualified Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team from September 2026.

About the role

Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant – Full-Time
Term Time Only | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Location: Hammersmith
Start Date: September 2026

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the Reception and Nursery teams to support children's learning, development, and wellbeing. You will play a key role in delivering engaging learning activities, supporting children's communication and social development, and helping to create a positive and stimulating Early Years environment.

The successful candidate will be passionate about Early Years education and committed to helping children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within Nursery and Reception
• Delivering targeted support to individuals and small groups
• Assisting with observations and learning journeys
• Supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development
• Helping to create engaging indoor and outdoor learning experiences
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents

About the school

The school is a highly respected faith-based primary setting with an Outstanding reputation and a strong presence within the local community. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, the school combines high academic expectations with exceptional pastoral care.

Pupils are enthusiastic learners, behaviour is excellent, and staff benefit from a collaborative culture where wellbeing and professional development are prioritised. The Early Years provision is particularly strong, offering well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments that encourage exploration and creativity.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Level 3 EYFS TA - Outstanding Primary in Hammersmith you will:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

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

• Level 3 EYFS

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 7508 or email [email protected].