Job Description

Reception Teaching Assistant - Early Years Role in Hackney!

Location: Hackney, East London |

Inclusive, Community-Focused Primary School
Pay: £95 per day (rising to £113 after 12 weeks)
Contract: January - July 2026 | Full-Time, Term-Time

SANZA Teaching Agency is excited to exclusively advertise a fantastic opportunity for a Reception Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant Hackney primary school. Renowned for its nurturing, inclusive approach and innovative EYFS provision, the school offers children hands-on learning experiences, including Forest School, where children explore and learn outdoors.

🌿 Role Overview

As a key member of the Reception team, you will:

  • Support whole-class and small-group activities across the EYFS curriculum
  • Assist with phonics and early reading sessions
  • Provide 1:1 or small-group support for children with additional needs
  • Help with personal care when required
  • Encourage independence, curiosity, and confidence in young learners
  • Participate in outdoor learning, including Forest School sessions
  • Collaborate closely with a creative and experienced Early Years team committed to inclusion

👩‍🏫 About You

  • Experience working in EYFS or Reception settings
  • Confident delivering phonics and early learning interventions
  • Patient, enthusiastic, and child-centred
  • Comfortable supporting children with personal care
  • Flexible, proactive, and able to thrive in a dynamic, outdoor-focused environment

🌟 Why This Role is Special

  • Join a supportive and inclusive school community
  • Gain valuable experience in outstanding EYFS provision
  • Enjoy hands-on outdoor learning with Forest School sessions
  • Benefit from SANZA's competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and personalised candidate support

📧 Apply Today: Send your CV to stephanie.watson@sanzateaching.com
📞 Call Stephanie Watson: 020 7845 6240

SANZA Teaching Agency - connecting passionate educators with inspiring London schools, where outdoor learning brings early years education to life.