Job Description

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Southwark - Long Term Role

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and community-focused mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Southwark.

This is a long-term opportunity starting after February half term and continuing for the remainder of the academic year.

The Role:

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils within the Early Years setting, working closely with the class teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. The role will involve providing targeted support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), so previous SEN experience is highly desirable.

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Start Date: After February Half Term
Duration: Until July (end of academic year)
Daily Rate: From £100 per day PAYE (equivalent to approximately £120 per day via Umbrella)

The Ideal Educator Will:

Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within an Early Years setting
Have experience supporting children with SEN
Hold a CACHE Level 3 qualification (or similar) - desirable but not essential
Be patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting young learners
Be able to work effectively as part of a team

The Primary School:

This mainstream primary school is well-resourced and prides itself on its strong community ethos. Staff work collaboratively to ensure all pupils feel supported and inspired to achieve their best. The Early Years provision is particularly well-equipped, offering a stimulating environment where children can thrive.