Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Early Years (Nursery/Reception) Location: Barking & Dagenham Start Date: September 2026 Are you passionate about supporting young children in their early stages of learning? Do you have experience working with young children in the early years (nursery/reception)? If you have a genuine desire to make a lasting impact on children in crucial years of their development, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a large, well regarded primary school in Barking & Dagenham. They are seeking that dedicated teaching assistants to join their early years (nursery/reception). Further details: The role will be a combination of 1:1 support for students with Autism, as well as general classroom assistance. Key Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 support for key students with additional needs • Support learning through play-based and structured activities • Assist with the development of early literacy, phonics, and numeracy skills • Helping to maintain a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment • Assisting with observations and tracking pupil progress About You: • Have previous experience as a teaching assistant in early years setting, such as nursery or reception • Have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly Autism • Be patient, empathic, and possess excellent communication and teamwork skills • Work effectively as part of a team while building positive relationships with children and staff Next steps: To be considered for this exciting opportunity as a Teaching Assistant (early years/nursery/reception) position, click 'Apply Now' or contact Lauren McNaught on . Alternatively, send your updated CV to