EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Principal Education
  • Mar 06, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Qualified)

Location: East London E10
Full-Time Monday to Friday ASAP Start
Via Principal Education

Principal Education is recruiting on behalf of a warm, welcoming Infant School in East London (E10) for a Level 3 qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team.

This is a full-time, long-term position with an immediate start, offering a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing and child-centred EYFS environment.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support children across Nursery and/or Reception

  • Assist the class teacher with delivery of the EYFS curriculum

  • Provide 1:1 and small group learning support

  • Support children s social, emotional and academic development

  • Assist with observations, assessments and learning journals

  • Help maintain a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment

  • Support pupils with additional needs where required

The Ideal Candidate
  • Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (essential)

  • Previous experience in an EYFS or nursery setting

  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework

  • Caring, enthusiastic and reliable

  • Able to work well as part of a team

Why Work with Principal Education?
  • Competitive daily rates paid weekly

  • Dedicated consultant support

  • Access to CPD and training opportunities

  • Long-term and permanent career pathways