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Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    SEN Support

  • Job type:

    Permanent Contracts

  • Salary:

    £95.00 - £110.00 per day

  • Contact:

    Kevin Mbengi

  • Contact email:

    kevin@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    KM10155_1772048530

  • Published:

    23 minutes ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-03-27

  • Start date:

    04/03/2026

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Deptford, SE London - SEND Support

A welcoming Primary School in Deptford, SE London is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team. This EYFS Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to support children with SEND needs, including personal care, and to play a key role in their learning and development.

The school is looking for a proactive and confident EYFS Teaching Assistant who enjoys spending time outside with children and can support both their educational and social development.

Responsibilities of the 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 learning activities in small groups or 1:1 as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Encouraging independence and social skills as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Supporting outdoor play and learning as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have experience working as an EYFS Teaching Assistant in a primary school

  • Be confident supporting children with SEND and personal care as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Be proactive, caring, and enthusiastic about working with young children as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Enjoy spending time outdoors and promoting outdoor learning as a EYFS Teaching Assistant

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply through us

This EYFS Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone looking to make a real difference in the lives of young children, in a supportive and well-resourced school environment in Deptford.

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%