Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location: Dagenham, East London Contract: Temporary, Full-Time, Term-Time Only Pay: £95-£105 per day PAYE Working Pattern: Monday-Friday

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class in a welcoming primary school in Dagenham.

This full-time, temporary role combines general classroom support, small-group interventions and individual support for pupils with additional needs, including Autism.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support children's learning and development within the Reception classroom, helping to create a positive and inclusive Early Years environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support children's learning through play-based and structured activities

Support phonics and early literacy development

Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions under the direction of the class teacher

Support pupils with Autism and other additional needs

Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence

Help create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must have:

Previous experience working with children in a Nursery, Reception or other relevant Early Years setting

Experience supporting children with SEN, Autism or additional needs

A good understanding of phonics and early literacy

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A positive, patient and proactive approach

Additional experience delivering phonics interventions or providing individual support to children with Autism would be advantageous.

Pay

Pay ranges from £95 to £105 per day PAYE.

The minimum rate of £95 per day applies to candidates who meet the essential experience requirements for the role.

Rates above £95 per day, up to £105 per day, will depend on the candidate's level of relevant Early Years and SEN experience and additional relevant skills or training. This may include proven experience supporting children with Autism and delivering phonics or Early Years interventions.

Why Apply?

Full-time, term-time opportunity within a welcoming primary school

Develop your experience within Reception and Early Years

Opportunity to support pupils with a range of learning and additional needs

Work alongside an experienced class teacher and SENCO

Dedicated support from SANZA Teaching Agency throughout your assignment

Safeguarding and Vetting

The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment and safeguarding checks, including:

An appropriate Enhanced DBS check

Satisfactory professional references

Verification of any qualifications or training required for the role

Right to work checks

Any other checks required for the role and setting

Apply Now

To apply for this Early Years Teaching Assistant opportunity, click Apply Now or contact Lauren McNaught at SANZA Teaching Agency on (phone number removed) or .

SANZA Teaching Agency is acting as an employment business in relation to this temporary vacancy