EYFS Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Nurture Young Learners

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL; Kingsway; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingsway Primary Academy seeks an EYFS Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our Early Years team. The role supports learning through play, helps create a safe, nurturing environment and works with individuals and small groups to develop early literacy and numeracy.

The post is 32.5 hours per week, term-time plus 1 week, fixed term starting December 2026. DBS checks required and the salary is £27,274 pro rata for the 32.5 hours, with a 32.5h/week schedule from 8:30 to 15:30.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or equivalent Teaching Assistant/Early Years qualification.
• Experience working with young children in an EYFS or school setting.
• Good understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Passionate about supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Caring, patient, flexible and committed to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning through engaging play-based activities.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing Early Years environment.
• Work with individuals and small groups to develop communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Promote children's social, emotional and physical development.
• Support children with SEND and additional needs.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Engaging with young children

Communication skills

Patience and flexibility

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (EYFS)

Job description

Kingsway Primary Academy seeks an EYFS Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our Early Years team. The role supports learning through play, helps create a safe, nurturing environment and works with individuals and small groups to develop early literacy and numeracy.

The post is 32.5 hours per week, term-time plus 1 week, fixed term starting December 2026. DBS checks required and the salary is £27,274 pro rata for the 32.5 hours, with a 32.5h/week schedule from 8:30 to 15:30.