Teaching Assistant - Reception Class - Deptford Area - Primary School

A supportive and forward-thinking Primary School in Deptford, SE London, is seeking a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team. This is a full-time role, 5 days per week, starting January, with trials taking place imminently.

This Teaching Assistant role is slightly unique, as on Mondays and Fridays you will be required to cover the class teacher. All planning and resources will be provided, and your responsibility will be to confidently deliver pre-set lessons and manage the classroom effectively. On the remaining days, you will work as a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with learning, routine, and engagement.

Key responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant role include:

Supporting children in a Reception class with learning and development

Covering the class teacher on Mondays and Fridays (work fully planned)

Delivering engaging EYFS lessons with confidence

Supporting behaviour, routines, and transitions

Working closely with the EYFS team and senior leaders

The ideal Teaching Assistant will have:

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in EYFS

Confidence covering a class independently

HLTA experience or prior class-cover experience (highly desirable)

A proactive, calm, and confident approach

Strong classroom management and communication skills

Role details:

Location: Deptford, SE London

Start: January (trials ASAP)

Days: Monday to Friday

Contract: Long-term

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys responsibility, thrives in EYFS, and is confident stepping into a class-cover role when required.

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.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07