Reception Teaching Assistant

Reception Teaching Assistant – Early Years (EYFS) Location: Islington, London Pay: £101 – £110 per day Contract: Full-time | Temporary | Long-term Start Date: 14 May 2026 Teach Now is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and high-performing inner-London primary school in Islington. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing Reception team and play a key role in shaping childrens first experiences of education. This inclusive and forward-thinking school serves a diverse community and places a strong emphasis on early language development, phonics, and fostering a lifelong love of learning. Youll be working alongside a supportive and collaborative Early Years team committed to delivering outstanding provision. About the Role As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will support the delivery of engaging phonics sessions and help develop childrens early literacy, communication, and social skills. Youll work closely with the class teacher to provide both structured and play-based learning opportunities, ensuring every child is supported to thrive. Key Responsibilities • Support high-quality phonics teaching and early reading development • Assist in delivering engaging EYFS activities (both adult-led and child-initiated) • Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups • Promote language development, communication, and social interaction • Support children with additional needs, including SEND, EAL, or speech and language needs • Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families Requirements • Experience working as a Teaching Assistant within Early Years or Key Stage 1 • Strong understanding of phonics teaching and early literacy development • Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development • Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience • Excellent communication and teamwork skills • A patient, caring, and adaptable approach • Commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils Desirable • Level 2 (or higher) Early Years or Teaching Assistant qualification • Experience working in an inner-city or diverse school setting • Experience supporting children with SEND, EAL, or speech and language needs What We Offer • Competitive daily pay (£101–£110) • Long-term opportunity with potential for progression • Support from a dedicated Teach Now consultant • Opportunity to work in a vibrant, inclusive school environment • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities • A rewarding role making a real impact on childrens early education If you are a motivated Early Years Teaching Assistant with a passion for phonics and supporting young learners, we would love to hear from you. Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance