The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression.

We are currently looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support amongst nursery and reception classes in a mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Brent. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience within the Early Years sector and good knowledge of the EYFS framework.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a safe and stimulating environment to allow the children to grow and develop. You will lead phonics and reading interventions to encourage academic development, as well as promote learning through play. Your other responsibilities will include;

• Maintaining a organised and safe classroom
• Liaising with parents/carers
• Managing behaviour effectively
• Setting and monitoring target progress
• Providing personal care
• Building positive rapports and fostering trust
• Supporting social and emotional development

Requirements for the role:

• Level 3 CACHE qualification
• Adept understanding of EYFS framework
• Behaviour management experience
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative
• Effective communication skills
• Nurturing and patient approach to teaching
• Competent literacy, reading and numeracy skill

Details about the role:

• Mon-Fri, 8:15am – 3:45pm
• No weekends
• Term time, Long-term, Full-time
• £400-£500 per week (PAYE)
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you believe to be a good match for this role, apply with your full CV today!