Apprentice EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3

Warrington Borough Council; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity as an EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3 at Glazebury Primary Academy. You will support the staff in their responsibilities to care for children, ensure their safety, and contribute to their learning and development. Candidates must have a foundational knowledge in childcare, especially in safeguarding practices. This apprenticeship offers the potential for full-time employment upon successful completion. The hourly rate starts at £7.55, increasing after 12 months.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of child development, safeguarding, health & safety.
• Initial assessment in English and Maths showing working at Level 1.
• IT access for online learning courses and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support staff in care and educational activities.
• Ensure health and safety of children.
• Provide stimulating activities for child development.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Level 1 Qualification in childcare

Level 2 Qualification in childcare

Job description

Apprentice EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Glazebury Primary Academy (LDST)

The role

EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Duration: 18 to 21 Months to obtain qualification

Hours per week: 36 hours over 5 days (Monday to Friday)

Working weeks: Term Time only 38 weeks per year

Working times to be agreed (variations between 7:30am and 5:15pm)

About the apprenticeship

• Glazebury Primary School is looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant (EYFS Nursery Assistant Apprentice) to complete the following tasks:
• To support staff in the setting, care for the children in line with the settings policies and procedures and alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
• To follow all safeguarding practices in line with settings policy and practice
• The role will include supporting staff to ensure the health and safety of the children at all times
• Providing stimulating activities to encourage children’s development and learning
• To learn and develop skills and practices associated and expected of a teaching assistant within a school setting with particular focus on EYFS
• Supported by Total People to gain relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications to gain an Early years Educator apprenticeship that aligns with Department for Education for Full and relevant at Level 3.
• (To count within the ratios at level 3, staff holding an Early Years Educator qualification must also have achieved a suitable level 2 qualification in English.)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a good knowledge of child development, safeguarding, health & safety and the EYFS framework required.

Initial assessment in English and Maths to show working at Level 1 (minimum).

In secure employment actively working in a key person role.

IT access, including access to the internet and a device to use to access online learning courses and produce assignments via an electronic portfolio (OneFile). Access will be required in the workplace and in the learner’s own time.

Future Prospects

To be employed as a Level 3 (Level 2) Practitioner and potential of fulltime employment for the right candidate.

Qualifications required

• A level 1 Qualification in childcare is desirable. GCSE math and English desirable but training can be given to support these if required.
• A level 2 Qualification in childcare is desirable. GCSE math and English desirable but training can be given to support these if required.

Skills required

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Personal qualities

• Kind / Caring
• Motivated and proactive
• Genuine interest in this career path is essential.

Key dates

Closing Date for applications: Friday 23 January 2026 at 12 noon

Our school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare. This post is subject to all the relevant pre-employment checks set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an enhanced DBS Certificate with a barred-list check and receipt of satisfactory references from at least 2 employers, one of whom must be your most recent employer. Satisfactory completion of a medical check/questionnaire.

Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to keeping children safe. Any offer of employment will be subject to statutory pre-employment checks including satisfactory references, online checks, Enhanced DBS, and Barred List checks. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview.

How to apply

Please refer to our school website for job pack - job description, personal specification, application form, child protection policy and staff code of conduct.

For more information regarding the apprenticeship, contact Total People.

Hourly Rate: £7.55 (current apprenticeship wage) Raising to national minimum wage after 12 months

23 January 2026