Job Description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Nursery (EYFS)

Location: Mainstream Primary School, Thornton Heath

Position Type: Full-time, Ongoing (until end of academic year)

About the Role

Future Education is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the nursery team at a welcoming mainstream primary school in Thornton Heath. This is an exciting opportunity to support early years learning and development in a supportive, nurturing environment for the remainder of the academic year.

Key Responsibilities

As a HLTA in the nursery, you will:

Provide high-quality support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all learners.

Assist the class teacher in delivering the EYFS curriculum, contributing to lesson planning and delivering activities that promote early literacy, numeracy, and social skills.

Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, supporting children’s emotional, social, and academic growth.

Use your experience to manage small groups or whole-class activities when required.

Work alongside the SEN and inclusion team to ensure that individual needs are met, adapting resources and strategies as needed.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

HLTA status or equivalent Level 4 qualification, with relevant experience in early years settings.

Proven experience in EYFS, particularly within a nursery or reception class.

Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and a genuine passion for early years education.

Ability to engage, inspire, and support young learners in achieving their developmental milestones.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse school community in Thornton Heath.

Access to ongoing professional development and career progression.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children in their early years and have the experience required, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your CV to  

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