Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant Location: Basildon, Essex Contract Type: Full-time & Part-time roles available Contract Length: Perm or Temp-Perm Start Date: September 2025 (Early starts available for the right candidates) Salary: £18,525 – £24,239 per year (depending on hours and experience) Hours: 25–38 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm) Role: Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant Are you a qualified and enthusiastic Level 3 Childcare practitioner looking to make a difference? We’re looking for experienced and dedicated team members to join a warm, school based nursery on either a full time or part time basis. If you’re energetic, nurturing, and thrive in a stimulating, child-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Do: * Support the smooth daily running of your designated room and the wider nursery * Plan and lead engaging, child-led and structured activities aligned with EYFS standards * Act as a key person for a small group of children, monitoring their development and well-being * Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and your team * Champion equality, inclusion and safeguarding in all that you do * Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety throughout the setting * Contribute to a fun, positive and professional work environment * Supervise and mentor students and junior staff ✅ What They’re Looking For: * CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare & Education (or equivalent – please note, TA or Health & Social Care qualifications do not meet requirements) * A positive, reliable and enthusiastic attitude * Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team * A valid Paediatric First Aid Certificate (Not Essential) * Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to have one processed) What They Offer: * Competitive salary * Free parking * A vibrant, fun, and supportive working environment * Training and CPD opportunities Ready to Apply? Who Are 4myschools? ✏️ 4myschools is a trusted education recruitment agency that has been connecting schools with dedicated, high-quality teachers and support staff since 2009. Your Work, Your Way: We prioritise flexibility for our candidates. As a Supply Teacher in Wickford, you have full control over when and where you work. Making a Difference: Every time a school partners with 4myschools, we contribute to charitable initiatives that improve access to education. Learn more about our mission to give back here. ⭐ Recognised Excellence: We’re proud to hold the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Gold Standard for Education Recruitment. Proven Compliance: For the 12th year in a row, we’ve achieved a 100% compliance score, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to legal and ethical standards. ✅ The REC Gold Standard ensures that our policies and procedures meet all legal requirements, giving schools and candidates complete peace of mind