Reception Class Teaching Assistant

Job description

Position: Reception Class Teaching Assistant

Salary: Scale 5 ( £32,535 -£33,987) per annum to be pro rata 

Hours of work: Full Time, Term time only

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 10thApril 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 15th April 2026 

Start date :  To start as soon as possible

Crowland Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Class 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).
The Role: 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 an engaging and inclusive classroom environment. You will also play a key role in supporting children with additional needs.
A key part of the role will involve supporting the delivery of early reading through the Read Write Inc. (RWI) phonics programme. The successful candidate will be expected to lead a phonics group independently and support children in developing their early reading skills.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

•A minimum Level 3 CACHE Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Early Years/Childcare
•Experience of working within an EYFS setting
•A good understanding of child development and early learning
•Experience of, or willingness to learn, the Read Write Inc. phonics programme
•The ability to support children with a range of needs, including SEN
•Strong communication and teamwork skills
•A caring, patient, and flexible approach

We Offer:

•A welcoming and supportive school community
•Opportunities for professional development
•A collaborative and dedicated staff team
•A rewarding role making a real difference to children’s early education

Safeguarding is a priority at Crowland Primary School. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

More details about the role and responsibilities will be shared at the interview.
To apply, please see Crowland Primary Schools website via the link below
https://crowland.haringey.sch.uk/job-vacancies or please contact Caroline Bateman via email on frontdesk@crowland.haringey.sch.uk

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV’s.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.