EYFS Teaching Assistant

Shorefields; Billericay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Billericay is looking for a reliable Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years Foundation Stage team. The ideal candidate will be resilient, patient, and able to work collaboratively with the Class Teacher. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:20 PM, with a focus on supporting young learners. This role is full-time and permanent, and candidates will be subject to safeguarding checks to promote student welfare.

Qualifications

• Able to work under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Demonstrate positive and flexible attitude.
• Must have a good standard of English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Support the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team.
• Provide assistance under the guidance of the Class Teacher.
• Work from Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:20pm.

Skills

Resilience

Patience

Teamwork

Good English and Maths

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5238-106S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 Point 6-7

Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 27/02/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

Required:13th April, 2026

We are looking to appoint reliable, flexible and hardworking Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team to work within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:20pm (1 hour lunch) 27 hours 10 minutes in total

The successful applicant will:

• Be resilient and positive, showing initiative and flexibility
• Be patient, kind and understanding
• Be able to work as part of a team under the direction of the Class Teacher
• Have a good standard of English and Maths

Further details from Mrs K Marven, Office Co-ordinator, infant site, 01277 622821 or [e-mail]

Closing Date: Friday 27th February, 2026

Interviews: TBC

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced criminal record disclosure checks. Please note that the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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