EYFS Teaching Assistant - Term Time

St. Andrew’s School has the following vacancy to start on Wednesday 15th April 2026

Full-Time EYFS Teaching Assistant (35 hours per week – term time only)

Actual Salary (working term time only) £19,659

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, organised and talented Teaching Assistant to work in a very successful and high achieving school. This role could involve work in either our Pre-School (ages 2–4) or our Reception (ages 4–5).

We are seeking a qualified Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team. Applicants must hold a full and approved Level 3 qualification (meeting the DfE’s Early Years Educator requirements). Appointment will be subject to verification of qualifications (including awarding body and start/completion dates), satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks.

If you are passionate about teaching and learning and would like to join a friendly team who are dedicated to providing a stimulating environment in which children can learn, then this could be a position for you.

• Be positive and adaptable
• Be creative, dedicated, enthusiastic and inspirational
• Work under the direction and guidance of class teachers
• Be a team player within a happy, hard-working staff team
• Be committed to providing high quality learning and experiences for all children.
• Be willing to take on some extra‑curricular responsibilities (Before and After School Clubs and Holiday Club are paid in addition)

• Pupils who are polite, confident and keen to do their best
• Small class sizes
• Well‑resourced classrooms
• Exceptional support from the SLT and colleagues
• Supportive parents and staff who want the best for our children
• Free lunches
• Discounted Pre‑School/Main School fees for your own child/ren

This is a permanent role, working 35 hours per week, term time only (36 weeks a year).

Before/After school clubs and Holiday Club are paid in addition.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please note that we may close this vacancy earlier than advertised if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

To apply please follow the link below.

EYFS Teaching Assistant in South East - Education Development Trust

St. Andrew’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check).