Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Blackburn is seeking enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistants to join our bank staff team, supporting a range of primary schools and nursery settings throughout Blackburn.

This is a flexible, adhoc role offering daily bookings to suit your availability. Whether you are looking for part-time employment, additional income, or flexible work around family, studies, or other commitments, this opportunity provides the freedom to choose when and where you work.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification (essential).
• Level 3 Early Years qualification (preferred).
• Experience working within nursery or primary school EYFS settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work across different settings on a flexible basis.

Responsibilities

• Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assist in delivering engaging learning activities in line with the EYFS curriculum.
• Promote children's development through play-based learning.
• Support children's social, emotional, and educational progress.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, nursery practitioners, and school staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Caring and patient

Education

Level 2 EY qualification

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Blackburn
Length of Role: Adhoc (Daily Bookings)
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Setting Type: Primary and Nursery Settings

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to join our bank staff team, supporting a range of primary schools and nursery settings throughout Blackburn.

This is a flexible, adhoc role offering daily bookings to suit your availability. Whether you are looking for part-time employment, additional income, or flexible work around family, studies, or other commitments, this opportunity provides the freedom to choose when and where you work.

• Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assist in delivering engaging learning activities in line with the EYFS curriculum.
• Promote children's development through play-based learning.
• Support children's social, emotional, and educational progress.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, nursery practitioners, and school staff.

• Minimum Level 2 Early Years Qualification (essential).
• Level 3 Early Years Qualification (preferred).
• Experience working within nursery or primary school EYFS settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and adaptable approach.
• Ability to work across different settings on a flexible basis.

• Competitive pay rate of £14.25 per hour.
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of schools and nurseries.
• Regular daily bookings available.
• Supportive and professional team.

If you are a qualified Early Years professional looking for flexible EYFS Teaching Assistant work in Blackburn, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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