EYFS Teaching Assistant

EYFS Teaching Assistant – Nursery & Reception

Croydon, CR0 | Full-Time | September Start

£100–£120 per day | Monday–Friday | 8:30am–3:30pm

Not every Teaching Assistant role involves photocopying worksheets and sitting at the back of a classroom.

This opportunity is for someone who genuinely enjoys helping young children learn through play, exploration and creativity.

A vibrant and well‑resourced primary school in Croydon (CR0) is looking to appoint an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Nursery and Reception. The school has invested heavily in its Early Years provision, with spacious indoor learning environments, dedicated outdoor play areas and sensory learning spaces designed to encourage curiosity and independence.

The successful candidate will become a key part of a close‑knit EYFS team, supporting children during some of the most important stages of their educational journey.

• Supporting children’s learning through play‑based activities
• Assisting with phonics, early reading and number recognition
• Encouraging communication, social development and confidence
• Helping to create engaging learning environments and activity stations
• Supporting children during outdoor learning and enrichment activities
• Working alongside experienced EYFS Teachers and practitioners
• Providing additional support for pupils who may need extra encouragement

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting
• A caring, patient and energetic personality
• Excellent communication skills
• Understanding of child development and early learning principles is desirable
• CACHE Level 2/3 qualification welcomed but not essential
• Graduates considering careers in teaching, speech and language therapy or educational psychology are encouraged to apply

• Large purpose‑built EYFS provision with dedicated outdoor learning spaces
• Modern sensory and creative play facilities
• Supportive and experienced Early Years leadership team
• Staff wellbeing programme and on‑site staff lounge
  • Excellent transport links from East Croydon Station
  • Opportunities for long‑term progression and teacher training pathways
  • Friendly school community with strong parental engagement