EYFS Teaching Assistant

Full‑Time Teaching Assistant – To Start as soon as possible

Location – Hackney

Position – Full‑time (Monday‑Friday)

Looking to make a real difference at the very start of a child’s learning journey? We’re working with welcoming and inclusive primary schools and nurseries in Hackney who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to support their youngest learners. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to create a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, play, and build the foundations for lifelong learning. If you’re nurturing, energetic, and enjoy getting stuck into creative, hands‑on activities, this could be a brilliant opportunity to step into a truly rewarding role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting children in Nursery or Reception with daily classroom routines and activities
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging, play‑based learning
• Helping children develop early skills in communication, phonics, numbers, and social interaction
• Working with small groups or individual children to support their learning and confidence
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting children with emotional development
• Helping create a warm, stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn

What we’re looking for:

• The right fit for this role is someone who is passionate about working with young children in an Early Years setting
• Patient, caring, and naturally nurturing
• Proactive and happy to get involved in creative and practical classroom activities
• A confident communicator who can build positive relationships with children and staff
• Adaptable and able to support a busy, energetic Early Years classroom

Experience in an EYFS setting is helpful, but a genuine interest in supporting children at this important stage of development is just as valuable.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• We keep things simple. Honest conversations, clear communication, and schools that genuinely match what you’re looking for.
• You’ll get weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Streamlined registration and local placements
• A referral scheme that genuinely rewards you

Email your CV to find out if this role is the right fit for you! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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