Squirrels Heath Primary School
Salisbury Road, Romford, RM2 5TP
Telephone No: 01708 446472
Email: office@squirrelsheathprimary.org.uk
Website: www.squirrelsheathprimary.org.uk
Head Teacher: Mrs Mary Shipton
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Scale: Grade 1/2 Point 3-5
Hours: 32.5 hours per week / 38 weeks per year
Salary: Pro rata salary of £22,367 - £23,007 p.a. (FTE £29,562 - £30,408 p.a.)
Contract: Permanent
Start: As soon as possible
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and hardworking EYFS team. The role will predominately involve supporting pupils in a Reception class. This will include working with small groups and individual children indoors and outdoors, supporting children towards meeting their EYFS goals as well as leading specialised interventions where needed.
Whilst you will be expected to work under the direction of the class teacher you will also have the ability to use your own initiative to organise tasks and activities; creating simple resources to support the learning as appropriate. You will work closely with the class teacher, the EYFS Lead and the school’s SENDCo as well as working in partnership with external contacts and parents to support learning and development.
We can offer:
- A friendly working environment
- Dedicated and caring staff who help and support each other
- An excellent leadership team to support and guide you
- Happy, confident, well behaved children who enjoy being at school
- A committed governing body and supportive parents
The successful applicant will:
- Have good Maths and English skills, at least GCSE level 4, or equivalent
- Have experience working with children and young people, including children with additional needs
- Have high expectations of all pupils
- Have a secure understanding of early childhood development
- Be a committed and flexible team player who is willing to learn from others and share ideas
- Be an ambitious person who is keen to develop their own expertise
- Demonstrate a positive attitude
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged before applications are completed
If you require any further information please call Louise Chappell, Office Manager on 01708 446472.
Please apply online.
Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026 - 9am
Interview Date: W/c Monday 16th November 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
EYFS Teaching Assistant Employer: Squirrels Heath Primary School Reference: SCH/26/348061 in Romford employer: Havering Schools
Havering Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the development of its employees. With a strong focus on professional growth and collaboration across education, health, and social care, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in London. The council offers competitive benefits and a commitment to quality assurance, making it an ideal place for those passionate about early years development and inclusion.
