Early Years Teaching Assistant

Garden House School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing environment, helping our youngest learners make a strong start to their education.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

You will work closely with the class teacher to support children's learning, development and wellbeing. This will include working with individuals and small groups, supporting routines and transitions, and helping to create and engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Ideally, candidates should have a minimum Level 3 CACHE Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Early Years/Childcare and experience of working within an EYFS setting.

We will be considering candidates who are available on a full-time basis starting from the new academic year in September 2026.

For further information, in the first instance please contact Miss Sarah Pitt, HR Department, by email sarah@gardenhouseschool.co.uk

Completed application forms should be emailed to sarah@gardenhouseschool.co.uk and include a personal statement explaining your reasons for applying for the post and outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Any gaps in employment should be explained within your statement.

Garden House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants must produce evidence of their right to work in the UK.

Garden House School is committed to increasing and promoting diversity at all levels within our school. We warmly welcome applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Closing date: 9am, Monday, 20th April 2026

Interviews to commence: From Wednesday, 22nd April 2026

Ideally, candidates should have a minimum Level 3 CACHE Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Early Years/Childcare and experience of working within an EYFS setting.

We will be considering candidates who are available on a full-time basis starting from the new academic year in September 2026., Garden House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants must produce evidence of their right to work in the UK.

Garden House School is committed to increasing and promoting diversity at all levels within our school. We warmly welcome applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds.

Salary: Commensurate with experience