Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

A well-established and highly regarded nursery school is seeking a dedicated EYFS Practitioner to join their team from September 2026.

About the role

EYFS Practitioner – Full-Time or Part-Time
Nursery School Setting
Start Date: September 2026

As an EYFS Practitioner, you will support children’s early learning and development through engaging, play-based activities and structured learning opportunities in line with the EYFS framework. You will work closely with the wider Early Years team to create a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment where children feel confident to learn and explore.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an EYFS Practitioner to join a supportive nursery school from September 2026, with flexibility for both full-time and part-time working.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of the EYFS curriculum
• Assisting with engaging indoor and outdoor learning activities
• Supporting children’s learning, behaviour, and wellbeing
• Contributing to observations and developmental assessments
• Creating a nurturing and stimulating environment
• Working closely with colleagues and parents/carers

About the school

The nursery is a long-standing and highly respected Early Years setting known for its warm atmosphere, experienced staff team, and child-centred approach. It has built a strong reputation within the local community for providing high-quality early education and care, with a strong emphasis on creativity, independence, and wellbeing.

Staff are supportive and collaborative, and the leadership team is committed to creating a positive working environment where practitioners feel valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

Requirements

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

• Level 3 EYFS qualification
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Caring, proactive, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

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

• Level 3 EYFS Qualification

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].