Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Blackpool from September 2026.

You will work across Nursery and Reception, supporting children's early learning, development and wellbeing.

You will deliver small group and 1:1 interventions, help create a safe, stimulating environment and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents. The role offers competitive weekly pay and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an EYFS setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Nursery and Reception.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Assist in creating an engaging, stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom activities.
• Monitor and record pupil progress where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Excellent communication

Team player

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Blackpool | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Blackpool from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work across both Nursery and Reception, supporting children during the crucial early stages of their education. The school is seeking a nurturing and proactive individual who is passionate about helping young learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

• Support teaching and learning across Nursery and Reception classes.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Assist in creating an engaging, stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom activities.
• Monitor and record pupil progress where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Relevant childcare, education or Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Well-resourced Nursery and Reception environments.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference to children's early learning experiences.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Dedicated local consultant support.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses.
• Flexible and long-term employment opportunities.

  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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