Teaching Assistants

Wandsworth Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local nursery education provider in Greater London seek teaching assistants for a term-time position dedicated to supporting children aged 2 to 5, particularly those with Special Educational Needs. Successful candidates should demonstrate experience, creativity, and a strong commitment to high-quality early years education. The role is ideal for individuals who can engage young learners and partner effectively with families. Benefits include a pension scheme and additional perks. Closing date for applications is February 2, 2026.

Benefits

Membership of Local Government pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free loans on annual travel cards

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 2 to 5, especially those with Special Educational Needs.
• Passionate and motivated about early years education.
• Dedication to making learning fun.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education of children with Special Educational Needs.
• Work as part of a creative team delivering high-quality early years education.
• Engage children in fun learning activities.

Skills

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Understanding of EYFS

Ability to work in partnership with parents

Job description

# 2 x Teaching Assistants - Eastwood Nursery School**32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday - 8.30am – 3.45pm)** **Term time only 39 weeks per year (38 + 1)** **Permanent Post**We are seeking to appoint new teaching assistants who has experience working with children with Special Educational Needs, aged between 2 to 5. A fantastic opportunity to be part of a thriving maintained nursery school and day nursery in the heart of Roehampton. Join our inclusive, creative and successful team working with children aged 0 to 5 years. You should be passionate, motivated, creative and caring with a commitment to high quality early years education, dedication to partnership with families, and the ability to make learning fun. You will need a sound understanding of the EYFS and experience working with Special Needs children and in partnership with parents and colleagues. Visits to Eastwood Nursery are very much encouraged. Please ring to arrange an appointment on: 020 8876 3976. **Benefits**We offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and interest-free loans on annual travel cards. **An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below****.****Completed application should be returned by email to -****[e-mail]** **Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026 (at noon)** **Interview date: either Friday 6th or Friday 13th February 2026**Interview date: We advise the candidates to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to interview before the closing date and the right to close this advertisement if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. CVs are not accepted. **Eastwood Nursery School** **168 Roehampton Lane** **London, SW15 4EU** **Tel: [phone]** **Email:** **[e-mail]** **Headteacher: Emma Furlong**Richmond and Wandsworth Councils### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | £24,531 per annum (Scale 2) || Job Reference | randw/TP/56/8908 || Contract Type | Term Time || Closing Date | 2 February, 2026 || Job Category | Schools / Academies - Support staff roles || Business Unit | SFS Schools || Location | Greater London, United Kingdom || Posted on | 9 January, 2026 || OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to### Spread the word