EAL Teaching Assistant

Job Overview

Do you enjoy working with children in the early stages of learning English? Do you have a good understanding of phonics? Would you be open to working with children who need additional support in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2?

• Full time / Term Time Role
• Borough of Wandsworth
• September 2026 Start
• 1 form entry school
• Excellent CPD and training available
• Teaching Assistant Role
• Classroom Support, 1:1 and Small Group Work

Assist in the delivery of support to pupils learning English as an additional language, primarily in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2.

Work independently to design and implement small group and 1:1 interventions to improve pupils' English skills, taking pupils out of class when necessary.

Provide full support to the teaching team, working collaboratively to maintain high standards of classroom practice.

Degree qualified or hold a Level 2 or 3 Education / Childcare / Early Years qualification.

Experience working with children who have English as an additional language or a strong understanding of phonics is desirable.

Full support and training will be provided to enable success in the role.

Interview will be held in W/C 29/06/2026 or sooner. Successful candidates will join the team from September 2026.