Work For Us

We are currently recruiting for a Level 1 Early Years Teaching Assistant.  

Role overview

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team on a full-time, fixed-term contract (31.25 hours per week, term time only) with a negotiable start date. You will play a vital role in supporting children’s learning and development in both indoor and outdoor settings, helping to create a safe, happy, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

What We’re Looking For:

• Approved level 2 qualification for working with children
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, wellbeing, and development
• Ability to effectively support children in both outdoor and indoor learning environments
• Strong team player who communicates confidently with children, staff, and families
• Commitment to following and promoting school policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection
• Experience working with children across a range of abilities
• Dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children
• Commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusion
• Enthusiastic, reliable, with good communication skills and punctuality
• Willingness to engage in professional development to enhance skills and knowledge
• Previous Early Years experience is desirable but not essential
• Good literacy and numeracy skills

Salary: Grade 2, point 3 – 5 (FTE : £28,617 – £29,436 pro rata)

Contract: Full-time, 31.25 hours per week, fixed term, term time only

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please contact Caroline Diop to arrange a visit to the nursery on 020 8684 0494 or email admin@thns.org to request an application pack. We recommend and welcome visits prior to application and will be happy to arrange a convenient time.

This position is subject to an enhanced disclosure.

Key dates

Closing date: Wednesday 11^th February 2026 15.00pm

Shortlisting: Thursday 12^th February 2026

Interview: Week beginning 23^rd February 2026

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to nurturing every unique child.

Jenette Indarsingh

(Head of Nursery)