Job title: Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: RR - Internal
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Greenwich
Job published: 01-09-2025
Job ID: 108846

Job Description

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant – Classroom Support Role

Location: Greenwich
Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Are you a graduate looking to start your career in education as an Early Years Teaching Assistant?

A welcoming primary school in Greenwich is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience and play a vital role in supporting children in their crucial early development stages.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with class teachers in EYFS, providing group and 1:1 support, helping children develop their phonics, numeracy, and social skills. You’ll also assist with creative play-based learning activities, ensuring every child feels supported, engaged, and ready to learn.

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant - Key responsibilities:

  • Providing in-class support as an Early Years Teaching Assistant across Nursery and Reception
  • Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions in phonics, reading, and numeracy
  • Supporting children with SEND or EAL
  • Assisting with classroom organisation, resources, and behaviour management
  • Encouraging children’s emotional, social, and educational development

This Early Years Teaching Assistant role is ideal for graduates considering a future career in teaching, child development, or educational psychology.

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant - We’re looking for:

  • A 2:1 or First-Class degree (any subject considered)
  • A passion for supporting children’s development
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Commitment from September 2025 to July 2026

Apply today to secure your role as an Early Years Teaching Assistant in Greenwich and gain invaluable classroom experience in a primary school environment.

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Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant | Greenwich