Early Years Practitioner

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking qualified Early Years Practitioners and Teaching Assistants for temporary roles starting January 2026. Successful candidates will develop engaging educational programs for young children and work in a supportive environment. Competitive rates of pay between £13.68 and £14.68 per hour are offered. Ideal for those passionate about early years education.

Benefits

Access to CPD opportunities

Dedicated support from experienced consultants

Opportunities for permanent roles

Qualifications

• You must hold a recognised Early Years qualification.
• Experience in early years education is required.
• Passion for working with children aged 0-5 years.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement educational programmes for children aged 0-5.
• Foster an inclusive and stimulating environment.
• Communicate effectively with children and parents.
• Observe and assess children's progress.

Skills

Early Years Practitioner qualifications

Children's Play, Learning and Development qualifications

TA Qualification with a EYFS specialism

Job description

Are you a qualified and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner or Teaching Assistant? We have January 2026 openings for you! Due to high demand, multiple schools across the Fylde coast are seeking dedicated professionals for Nursery, Pre‑school, and Reception roles.

These are temporary positions, offering both short and long‑term cover, with working hours typically between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, during term‑time.

Schools currently seeking support are located in Blackpool – Southshore area, Thornton Cleveley’s and Fleetwood. All schools have bus routes or tram points available, with parking on the school site available. Pay is between £13.68‑£14.68 per hour with a 30 minute lunch.

You must hold a recognised Early Years qualification. Accepted examples include:

• Early Years Practitioner qualifications
• Children’s Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) qualifications.
• TA Qualification with a EYFS specialism.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging educational programmes for children aged 0‑5 years.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for all children.
• Manage daily activities, ensuring each child receives individual attention and support.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe and assess children’s progress, providing feedback to enhance their learning.
• Lead by example, demonstrating effective teaching practices and encouraging teamwork.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s development and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Drive initiatives that promote social skills, emotional development and physical well‑being.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay, in line with your experience and the role.
• Long‑term roles are paid to scale.
• Dedicated support from experienced education consultants who understand the needs of ECTs.
• Opportunities for potential permanent roles within our partner schools.
• Guidance and support as you navigate your early career.
• Access to CPD opportunities to further your professional growth.

For more information please contact Kara on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

If you have a passion for early years education and meet the criteria, apply now to join our team