Reeson Education is inviting Early Years Teaching Assistants and Early Years Practitioners to register for flexible work across Lewisham. Opportunities may include Nursery and Reception settings, with short-term cover and longer assignments considered as schools' needs arise.

Early Years Teaching Assistant / Practitioner | Lewisham | Full-time or part-time opportunities | £14.60-£18 per hour

Early years staff play an important part in helping young children feel safe, curious and ready to learn. Depending on the setting, the work may involve supporting child-led play, helping practitioners deliver planned activities, and encouraging communication, independence and positive relationships. Some assignments may include additional support for children with speech, language and communication needs or other SEND.

The role

• Set up inviting, age-appropriate activities and help maintain a safe learning environment.
• Support children's early language, social development and emerging literacy and numeracy through play.
• Observe how children engage and share useful information with the teacher or room leader.
• Help with routines, transitions, snack time and personal care in line with the setting's procedures.
• Work closely with colleagues and follow safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour guidance.

The ideal candidate

• Has experience working with children in a nursery, Reception class or similar setting.
• Is warm, reliable and responsive to each child's stage of development.
• Communicates well with children, families and colleagues.
• Has an Early Years qualification at Level 2 or above where required for a particular assignment; candidates with relevant experience are also encouraged to register.
• Can share their preferred days and availability.

Candidates interested in Early Years Teaching Assistant or Practitioner work in Lewisham are encouraged to apply to Reeson Education. Suitable assignments, hours and rates within the advertised range will be confirmed individually.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%