Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

SMART Teachers is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistants to join our supply team from September 2026.

About the role

As a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant, you'll support children in Nursery and Reception, helping to create engaging, play-based learning experiences that encourage confidence, independence, and curiosity.

You will work closely with class teachers to support children's learning and development, assist with classroom activities, and ensure every child feels safe, supported, and included.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within Nursery and Reception classes
• Deliver engaging play-based activities alongside the class teacher
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and development
• Encourage children's communication, social skills, and independence
• Assist with observations and assessments where required
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and well-organised learning environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

About the school

We partner with a wide range of mainstream primary schools throughout Romford, including community schools, academies, and faith schools. From smaller one-form entry settings to larger multi-form entry schools, each school is committed to providing a high-quality Early Years education in a caring and inclusive environment.

You'll work alongside experienced EYFS teachers and supportive leadership teams who value the contribution of skilled Teaching Assistants. Many schools regularly request the same supply staff, with long-term placements often leading to permanent opportunities.

Requirements

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

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in an EYFS setting or UK primary school
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for supporting children's early learning and development

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

• Years of previous experience

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].