Early Years Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 3

Eteach International; Weston-super-Mare; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Well-being support

Job summary

Airfield Primary Academy is recruiting an Early Years Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to support Nursery and Preschool provision. You will help deliver engaging activities, monitor progress and work under supervision to ensure high-quality childcare and education in a safe, inclusive environment.

Ideal candidates hold Level 3 EY Educator qualification with strong EYFS understanding, safeguarding knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and knowledge of EYFS safeguarding requirements.
• Recent experience in Early Years with EYFS implementation.
• Ability to engage children one-to-one, in groups and as a whole class.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver agreed learning activities in Nursery and Preschool.
• Monitor, assess and support children’s progress, adapting approaches as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and Early Years team to plan and evaluate learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Strong communication

Behavior management

Planning & organisation

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job description

# Early Years Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 3Employer: Airfield Primary AcademyLocation: Weston-super-Mare, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeSalary: £30,109 - £32,847Posted: 1st October 2026Expires: 11th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 4th January 2027Job ID: 1577180Job Reference: 43935* Share :* Print**Job Title:**Early Years Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 3**Actual Annual Salary:**£30,109 - £32,847, based on hours and weeks worked**Full Time Equivalent Salary:** £33,009 - £36,011 (CLF Grade D) based on full time hours, all year round.**Contract Type:**Permanent**Hours:** 33.75 hours per week, All Year Round**Potential Start Date:** 4th January 2027 Pending the completion of pre employment checksThis is a hugely exciting opportunity to join the growing team at Airfield Primary Academy, a brand-new school in Weston-super-Mare, as we continue to develop our Early Years provision. We have two Early Years Higher-Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) positions available to work in our Nursery provision (2-3 year olds) and within our Preschool provision (3-4 year olds). We are looking for highly skilled and dedicated practitioners who will play an important role in helping us create a joy-filled, inclusive environment where every child feels safe, loves their learning and has the opportunity to thrive.Airfield Primary Academy is a new and growing school serving the Haywood Village community in Weston-super-Mare. Having welcomed our first Reception children in September 2026, we are continuing to develop our Early Years provision, including our nursery and preschool. This provides a fantastic opportunity to join us at an exciting stage in the academy’s journey and contribute to high-quality Early Years practice from the outset.As an Early Years Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will complement the work of teachers by taking responsibility for developing and delivering agreed learning activities, working with individual children, groups and whole classes within an appropriate system of supervision. You will help provide high standards of childcare and education, creating a safe and caring environment that supports children’s emotional, social and educational development.Working closely with teachers and the wider Early Years team, you will use your knowledge and experience to support the planning and deliver effective learning activities, monitor and assess children’s progress, and adapt approaches to meet individual needs. You will build positive relationships with parents and carers, work collaboratively with other professionals and play an active role in supporting children to achieve their potential.**About you**You will have:* A Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification, alongside good literacy and numeracy skills, and a strong understanding of the EYFS and relevant safeguarding requirements.* Recent experience of working as a highly effective Early Years professional, with experience of implementing the EYFS.* The confidence and ability to engage children one-to-one, in groups and as a whole class, managing behaviour positively and supporting their learning and development.* Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prepare, deliver and evaluate structured learning activities and interventions that support children to make progress.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and carers, colleagues and external professionals.* A good understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, barriers to learning and positive behaviour management strategies.* A caring, patient and flexible approach, with the resilience to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions when required.* A commitment to continuous professional development, equality and inclusion, and promoting the safety and wellbeing of children.Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.**About Airfield Primary Academy:**Airfield Primary Academy is a new primary school that opened in September 2026 on the former Weston Airfield site in Haywood Village, Weston-Super-Mare. The school will serve the local community of Haywood Village, a growing development of around 6,500 homes, and will form an integral part of the area’s educational provision.The academy will open initially with 30 Reception pupils, growing year by year to accommodate approximately 700 pupils when full.The purpose‐built school will be set within extensive outdoor spaces designed to support learning and play, including nature areas, grass and all‐weather sports pitches and shared community sports facilities. These resources will help establish the academy as a vibrant hub for both education and community life.As a new school within Cabot Learning Federation, Airfield Primary Academy offers a unique opportunity to help shape its ethos, routines and traditions from day one, working collaboratively to embed high‐quality practice and create a welcoming, aspirational environment for pupils, families and staff alike.**Why work at CLF?**We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.**What we can offer you:*** Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).* Generous annual leave.* A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.* Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.* Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.* A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.* Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!**Recruitment timeline:**Closing Date: 11 October 2026 @11.59pmShort-listing: 12 October 2026Interviews: 16 October 2026We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.***We are unable to offer sponsorship with this role.*****We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.***As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.*### AttachmentsCLF Privacy NoticeCLF Safeguarding & Child Protection PolicyRecruitment, selection & disclosure policy & procedure (including employment of ex-offenders)Early Years Higher-Level Teaching Assistant - Level 3 Job DescriptionEarly Years Higher-Level Teaching Assistant - Level 3 Person Specification### Safeguarding Statement:The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.All successful candidates will undergo a comprehensive pre-employment checking process, including an enhanced DBS check (including a further check against the appropriate barred list), references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, child disqualification (where applicable), prohibition from teaching/management and online checks. You must also tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.