EYFS Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity for an EYFS Level 3 Practitioner – Fixed Term Contract

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school environment? Marden Lodge Primary School & Nursery is seeking a Level 3 qualified EYFS Practitioner to join our team on a fixed-term contract from 22nd April to 22nd July 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on young learners, fostering their development in a nurturing and engaging setting. If you have a love for early years education and a commitment to helping children thrive, we’d love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity 

We are seeking a talented and professional Early Years practitioner who shares our commitment to high aspirations, achievement, and a love of learning. You will thrive in the dynamic environment of our school, embracing the joys and challenges of teaching. Creativity, collaboration, and a passion for delivering engaging lessons will be at the heart of your practice.

What we are looking for

• Full and relevant Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification
• GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in Maths and English
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child welfare
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
•  Understanding of child development and keyworker systems
• Awareness of health and safety procedures in a nursery setting

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Marden Lodge Primary School (part of the Chalklands Cluster)

Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Marden Lodge Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School and Hillcroft Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 22 April 2025

Salary: GLF Associate 2.1 ( £22,834) 

Actual Salary: £18,902.41

Hours of work: 35hrs per week 8.30 – 4.00pm – 30 mins unpaid break per day 

Closing Date: 13 April 2025 

Interview date: ASAP