EYFS Teaching Assistant

Furzeham Primary & Nursery School is looking to appoint a EYFS Teaching Assistant in our brand new 2 year old provision that will be opening in September. Currently in our Nursery, we provide care and early education for children aged 3–5 years, with most of our children transitioning to the school as they grow.  You will be part of a strong team of dedicated professionals working together to provide outstanding and creative learning for our children. We offer excellent professional development and exciting research opportunities.

As our EYFS Teaching Assistant you will be enthusiastic, empathetic, patient and approachable, with a genuine commitment to supporting children’s learning. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about transforming the lives of our children to join with us and support in the learning.

What you will need to succeed:

• Hold a Level 3 NVQ in Childcare and experience in working in a nursery
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS
• Be flexible with start and finishing times
• Have impeccable interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively to colleagues of all levels of seniority

We would love to hear from anyone who has the skills and enthusiasm to take on this role.

This is fixed term contract until 31/08/2026.

At Furzeham Primary and Nursery School, we are a welcoming, inclusive community focused on unlocking every child's potential. Our dedicated staff, strong partnerships with parents, and a creative, well-rounded curriculum help foster a love of learning and encourage children to become confident, independent learners. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where high expectations and excellent teaching inspire children to thrive.

As part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, we offer incredible opportunities for professional development and career growth, ensuring our staff are supported to succeed. If you're an enthusiastic, passionate educator committed to making a difference, we’d love for you to join our team and help us shape the future of our students.

“Inspired to learn, inspired for life.”

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.  

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?

We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! 

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contact [email protected] to arrange an informal conversation about the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]