Early Years Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference KS/6T7YFV_1770370230
Closing date March 8, 2026
Location North London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant - Islington Term Time Only | Hours: 8:00am - 3:30pm

Veritas Education is working with a welcoming one-form entry primary school in Islington that is seeking a qualified Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The school has a strong community ethos and a nurturing, child-centred approach, with a clear focus on early development, wellbeing, and strong foundations for learning. Staff work closely together in a calm, supportive environment where early years provision is highly valued. The leadership team is approachable and places importance on consistency, high-quality practice, and positive relationships with both pupils and families.

This role is based within the Early Years setting, supporting children during a crucial stage of their development. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and EYFS team to support learning through play, structured activities, and daily routines.

Essential requirements (applications will only be considered if these are met):

  • A Level 3 qualification in Early Years (specifically Early Years - not Health & Social Care and not a general Teaching Assistant qualification)
  • A minimum of 1 year's experience working in an Early Years setting
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
  • Experience supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
  • A warm, patient, and proactive approach to working with young children

    • Key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting children's learning through play-based and adult-led activities
  • Assisting with observations, assessments, and supporting individual next steps
  • Promoting positive behaviour, independence, and social development
  • Supporting daily routines, including transitions and personal care where required
  • Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider EYFS team

    • The school offers:

  • A supportive and friendly working environment
  • A well-established EYFS team with clear expectations and routines
  • A one-form entry setting where children are well known and well supported
  • Term-time only working hours: 8:00am - 3:30pm

    • This role would suit an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about early childhood development and is looking to work in a nurturing, community-focused primary school.

    For further information or to apply, please contact Veritas Education on 02030266150.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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