Reception Teaching Assistant

Reception Teaching Assistant

Location: Barnet, London
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date: ASAP / June 2026
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a confident and enthusiastic Reception Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barnet.

This is a full-time, temporary role starting ASAP in June 2026, with the potential to continue into September for the right candidate. The school is a two-form entry primary with approximately 420 pupils aged 4–11 and has consistently been rated Good by Ofsted. Known for its supportive leadership, strong community feel and positive staff culture, it is a great place to work and develop your career.

The school has a Jewish ethos and promotes values of respect, kindness, resilience and integrity, creating an environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.

About the Role

As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will provide whole-class support within a fantastic Reception year group while delivering targeted interventions, including phonics support. You will also help support pupils with emerging EHCP provision as required.

This role is ideal for a proactive and adaptable Teaching Assistant who can build strong relationships, use their initiative and make a positive contribution to a supportive EYFS team.

Key Responsibilities
• Supporting pupils across Reception with learning and development
• Delivering phonics and other targeted interventions
• Providing whole-class support alongside the class teacher
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits
• Supporting pupils with emerging additional needs and EHCP provision
• Working closely with teachers and other TAs to ensure pupils receive the right support
• Creating a calm, engaging and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Reception Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working in EYFS or a primary school setting
• Confidence supporting phonics and early learning
• A proactive, reliable and positive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to use initiative and adapt quickly
• A genuine passion for helping young children thrive
• Experience supporting interventions or additional needs would be beneficial

Why Apply?
• Supportive team and approachable Headteacher
• Lovely Reception class and brilliant year group
• Inclusive, values-led school community
• Opportunity to gain excellent EYFS experience
• Possibility of continuing in September for the right candidate
• Great place to work with a collaborative staff culture

If you are an enthusiastic Reception Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in Barnet, we would love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.