Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

A highly regarded primary school in Southall is seeking a qualified Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team.

About the role

As a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support children within the Early Years setting, helping to deliver a balance of play-based and structured learning in line with the EYFS framework. You will work closely with the class teacher to support children’s development across all areas, including communication, social skills, and early learning.

You will also contribute to observations and assessments, support small group activities, and help maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and well-respected primary school in Southall, known for its strong leadership and positive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of the EYFS curriculum
• Working with individuals and small groups of children
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional development
• Assisting with observations, assessments, and record keeping
• Supporting classroom organisation and daily routines
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment

About the school

The school is known for its welcoming atmosphere and exceptionally supportive Senior Leadership Team. Staff retention is very high, reflecting the positive working environment and strong sense of community. It is widely regarded as an excellent place to work, where staff are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally.

Requirements

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

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working in an EYFS or primary school setting
• Good understanding 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:

• DBS on the update service
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous school-based experience 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].