EYFS Teaching Assistant - Deptford, SE London - SEND Support & Class Cover
A friendly and inclusive Primary School in Deptford, SE London is looking for a confident EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team. This EYFS Teaching Assistant role involves supporting children with SEND needs, assisting with personal care, and helping pupils thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
This role also includes covering the class teacher on Mondays and Fridays, delivering pre-prepared teaching materials. The successful EYFS Teaching Assistant will need to confidently manage the class during these sessions while maintaining a positive and structured learning environment.
Responsibilities as an EYFS Teaching Assistant:
Supporting Reception children with SEND needs as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Assisting with personal care and intimate support as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Delivering structured lessons and activities prepared by the class teacher as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Covering the class teacher on Mondays and Fridays as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Encouraging social, emotional, and academic development as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Supporting outdoor learning and play as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Requirements for this EYFS Teaching Assistant role:
Experience working as an EYFS Teaching Assistant, preferably supporting SEND pupils
Confidence in covering a class and delivering pre-set lessons as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Proactive, caring, and confident approach to working with young children as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Enjoyment of outdoor learning and engagement with children as a EYFS Teaching Assistant
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through us
This EYFS Teaching Assistant role offers a unique opportunity to support young learners in a vibrant primary school environment, with the chance to cover the class and make a real impact on children's learning and development.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07