Early Years Educator in Islington, London

£100-£120 per day PAYE | Part-Time | Thurs and Fri | January start date | Maternity Cover

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years Educator or Teaching Assistant looking for a fantastic opportunity in a welcoming and supportive primary school?

SANZA Teaching Agency is delighted to be working with a wonderful two-form entry primary school in the London Borough of Islington, seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and experienced Early Years Educator / EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their friendly team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, welcoming school community where staff work collaboratively to provide children with the very best start to their education.

The school is looking for someone who is confident working within EYFS, can hit the ground running and is passionate about supporting young children's learning and development.

• Position: Early Years Educator / EYFS Teaching Assistant

• Location: Islington, North London

• Start Date: ASAP

• Contract: 2 days a week - maternity cover until at least July 2027

• Working Days: Thursday and Friday, 2 days per week

• Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm

• Pay: £100-£120 per day PAYE, depending on experience and qualifications

• Age Group: EYFS - Children aged 3-5 years

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, creative and stimulating EYFS activities.

• Work with children aged 3-5 years, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing.

• Encourage learning through play, exploration and continuous provision.

• Provide individual and small-group support, adapting activities to meet children's needs.

• Support children's early communication, language, literacy, numeracy and social development.

• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to ensure children make excellent progress.

• Has strong experience working within EYFS, ideally in a Nursery or Reception classroom.

• Ideally holds a CACHE Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent, although highly experienced EYFS practitioners without this qualification are encouraged to apply.

• Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework and learning through play.

• Is proactive, enthusiastic, nurturing and confident supporting young children.

• Can hit the ground running and quickly become a valued member of the team.

• Is passionate about early childhood education and helping children reach their full potential.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a lovely, friendly and supportive two-form entry primary school where teamwork, creativity and children's development are at the heart of everything they do.

You'll be joining a welcoming EYFS team and have the opportunity to make a genuine difference during such an important stage of children's education.

The school is looking for someone to start as soon as possible, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

If you're an experienced Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner or EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!