St Mary’s Primary School

Tentelow Lane, Norwood Green UB2 4LE

Executive Headteacher: Mrs Rachel Blake

Early Years Assistant (Level 2) Specific Purpose Contract

Salary: Scale 1 or 2 Work pattern: Monday – Friday: 8.15am-3.15pm

Working hours: 32.5 hours

Required from January, a dedicated and compassionate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team. We seek to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and enriching environment for our youngest learners. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the lives of children at the very start of their educational journey, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

We are looking for a nurturing, patient, and dedicated individual with a genuine passion for working with young children. The ideal candidate will have the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment where 3 year-olds feel safe and supported. The candidate should be enthusiastic about early childhood education, with a strong understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. As a team player, they will work collaboratively with other staff, parents, and carers to provide the best possible start for each child. Adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children are essential qualities for this role.

We would encourage you to visit or phone the school. Please call or email to make an appointment - 020 3693 0510 office@stmarysschoolng.org.

Please send completed applications to finance@stmarysschoolng.org.

CLOSING DATE: 20th October 2025

Interviews may be held earlier if suitable candidates apply

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.