EYFS Teaching Assistant - Reading

Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract Type: Full-time

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Reading. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young children during the most important stage of their development and helping them build strong foundations for future learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with the EYFS teaching team to support children across the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. You will assist with whole-class activities, small group learning, and one-to-one support, helping children develop communication, language, social, and emotional skills. A strong emphasis will be placed on supporting learning through play and structured activities.

You will help to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and confidence. Observing and recording children’s progress will form part of your role, supporting assessment and planning processes led by the class teacher.

Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential, as you will work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure each child feels supported and valued. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for early childhood education are key qualities for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum

• Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and development

• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment

• Observe and record children’s progress

• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development

• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working with young children, ideally within an EYFS setting

• Knowledge of early childhood development

• A caring, calm, and patient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing

We offer:

• A friendly and supportive school community

• Well-resourced Early Years learning environments

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• Happy, motivated, and enthusiastic children

To be considered for this position, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.