Early Years Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Early Years Specialist) in Bolton. The role involves supporting children in Nursery and Reception with literacy, numeracy, and play-based learning, while assisting the class teacher. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Years settings and a strong understanding of child development. This temporary role offers competitive daily pay and potential for permanency within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Friendly community environment

Competitive pay dependent on experience

Qualifications

• Experience working within Early Years in a school or childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS frameworks and child development.
• Confident communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children across Nursery and Reception with early literacy and numeracy.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions.
• Assist the class teacher with planning and classroom organisation.
• Encourage positive social skills and emotional resilience.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience in Early Years

Understanding of EYFS frameworks

Nurturing and patient approach

Engagement in play-based activities

Communication and teamwork skills

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Early Years Specialist) – Mainstream Primary School – Bolton

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Early Years Specialist)
Location: Bolton
Length of Role: Until July 2026
Pay Rate: £89 – £105 per day
Contract Type: Temporary with the potential to go permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Support children across Nursery and Reception with early literacy, numeracy and play-based learning.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions to help children meet developmental milestones.
• Assist the class teacher with planning, preparation and classroom organisation.
• Encourage positive social skills, independence and emotional resilience.
• Help create a stimulating, safe and inclusive EYFS learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to observations and assessments.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents to support children’s development.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Early Years in a school or childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS frameworks and child development.
• A nurturing, patient and proactive approach to supporting young learners.
• Ability to engage children in play-based and structured learning activities.
• Confident communication and teamwork skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

What the School Can Offer

• A supportive EYFS team and experienced leadership.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• A long-term role with the possibility of becoming permanent.
• A friendly, welcoming community environment.
• Competitive pay between £89 and £105 per day, depending on experience.

How to Apply

Early applications are recommended as the school is keen to appoint as soon as possible. If you are interested, please contact Robert Higginbottom on 0161 529 9200 Ext: 4782.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.