Job Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant
Location: Oakfields Prep, Harwood Hall Lane, RM14 2YG
Salary: Up to £21,500 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time
About the School
Oakfields Preparatory School is an independent day school located in Upminster, where tradition meets dynamism, creating an extraordinary pathway of opportunities for students aged 3 to 11.
At Oakfields, we prioritise small class sizes and provide a nurturing and stimulating environment. We are dedicated to delivering a bespoke and enriched curriculum tailored to each student's needs. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond academics; we prioritise the holistic development of each student, fostering their caring nature and building confidence.
We offer an energetic and diverse range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment programmes aimed at increasing learning opportunities for all students, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Role Purpose
We are looking for a caring and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in supporting children aged 2-5 years during the most important stage of their development.
Every day brings new opportunities to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage children to explore the world around them. If you are committed to making a positive difference and enjoy creating engaging learning experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will support the delivery of high-quality care and education within a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. You'll work alongside colleagues and families to help every child develop the skills, confidence, and foundations they need to succeed.
What you will be doing
- Supporting the care, learning, and development of children aged 2-5 years.
- Creating engaging play-based learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
- Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Encouraging children's independence, confidence, and social skills.
- Supporting both indoor and outdoor learning activities.
- Observing and monitoring children's progress and wellbeing.
- Promoting high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare.
- Contributing to activity planning, team meetings, and professional development.
What you will bring
- Experience working with children aged 2-5 within an EYFS setting.
- Is warm, patient, caring, and passionate about supporting young learners.
- Can build positive and trusting relationships with children and families.
- Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
- Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
- Holds a Paediatric or Emergency First Aid qualification (desirable).
- Has additional Early Years training or qualifications (desirable).
About Blenheim Schools
Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.
We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.
Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.
We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales
Up to £21,500 per annum (depending on experience)
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Early Years Teaching Assistant employer: Beech Hall School Ltd
At Oakfields Preparatory School, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment for both staff and students. Our commitment to professional growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities, particularly in supporting diverse learning needs such as dyslexia, ensuring that our team members can thrive alongside our pupils. Located in Upminster, we offer competitive salaries, free lunches during term time, and a collaborative culture that celebrates creativity and individuality, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
