Early Years Teaching Assistant

Lumen Learning Trust; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization, Walton Oak Primary School, is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. This permanent role involves working 32.5 hours per week during term time. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Years and a Level 2 qualification, contributing to a supportive team environment. Exceptional candidates will demonstrate creativity and a nurturing approach, fostering play and development in children. The position offers opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Opportunities for training

Support for career advancement

Membership in Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of Level 2 qualification in Early Years setting.
• Possess a calm and caring approach with children.
• Be able to creatively engage children in play.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Promote inclusion and inspire high standards.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance school improvement activities.

Skills

Experience in Early Years

Positive promotion of inclusion

Team collaboration

Creativity in play

Education

Minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years

Level 3 qualification in Early Years (desirable)

Job description

* Early Years Teaching Assistant# Early Years Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Walton-on-Thames, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeSalary: Actual £ 18,411Posted: 10th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 5th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1523575Job Reference: EY TA WOStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1523575* Share :**Walton Oak Primary School** wishes to appoint an enthusiastic and creative individual who can bring high quality support to children in Early Years Foundation Stage. They will join a hardworking and dedicated team of teachers and support staff, who are committed to improving outcomes for children in their care. We are looking for somebody who is not afraid to make mud pies and, if asked to be a zoo keeper, can jump into role and immerse themselves in the children’s play. We are looking to appoint somebody who can be flexible and support learning in a creative way.We are recruiting an **Early Years Teaching Assistant (32.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday)**, term time plus one week (38 weeks per year). This is a permanent position.**We are:*** A Good school with Outstanding leadership* A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportive* An innovative school with excellent facilities**What we offer:*** A team of staff committed to supporting you* Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools* Opportunities to study for the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Qualification* Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)**Our ideal candidate will:*** Have experience in Early Years and hold a minimum of Level 2 qualification (Level 3 desirable) which is full and relevant to the Early Years setting;* Positively promote inclusion and enjoy taking the lead when working with our youngest children and inspire them to achieve high standards and realise their potential;* Have a calm and caring approach with children, providing diligence and confidence necessary to support our Children;* Be a team player who can work successfully in collaboration with all the stakeholders and contribute towards the school’s ethos and it whole school improvement activities;* Be able to create a castle, act like a giraffe make noises you’d find in a construction site and encourage children to do the same!Walton Oak is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.**The deadline for applications is Monday 5th January 2026.** However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.**Salary:** FTE £ 24,330 / Actual £ 18,411**Closing date:** Monday 5th January 2026**Interviews:** Friday 9th January 2026**Start date:** January 2026To apply please complete the application form; **we do not accept CVs. Previous applicants need not apply**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Lumen Learning Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To achieve this, we will ensure continuous improvement and development of robust Safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of Safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please note that under safer recruitment practices Lumen Learning Trust cannot accept CVs or letters in place of completed application forms.We welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Walton Oak Primary SchoolPart of### Lumen Learning Trust