Reception Teaching Assistant

EducationHQ; Lancaster; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is recruiting a Reception Teaching Assistant for Lancaster Primary School in Lancaster, UK, starting September 2026. The role runs for the full academic year, 8:40am–3:10pm, Monday to Friday, supporting the new Reception intake and helping children settle into school life.

You will work with the Early Years team, delivering phonics sessions and early literacy support, while maintaining a collaborative, flexible approach across classroom, small-group and 1:1 settings.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Experience in Early Years or primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of phonics programmes and early reading development.
• Experience supporting pupils in whole-class, group and one-to-one settings.

Responsibilities

• Support children during their first year of school and settle into school life.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and Early Years team to create an engaging learning environment.
• Provide whole-class, small group and 1:1 support, including phonics and early literacy activities.
• Facilitate indoor and outdoor learning activities and monitor progress across social, emotional and academic areas.

Skills

Phonics knowledge

Early Years experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

About this job

Reception Teaching Assistant (Level 2+) - Lancaster Primary School

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Time (Full Academic Year) Working Hours: 8:40am - 3:10pm, Monday to Friday Recruiter: Veritas Education

Veritas Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a friendly and nurturing primary school in Lancaster for a committed Reception Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team from September 2026.

This full-time position will run for the entire academic year and will focus on supporting the school's new Reception intake, helping children settle into school life and develop the foundations for future learning.

The Role

As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children during their first year of school. Working closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team, you will help create a positive, engaging, and stimulating learning environment.

The school operates a collaborative approach to support staff, meaning you will be expected to work flexibly across:

• Whole-class support within the Reception classroom
• Small group intervention sessions
• One-to-one support where required
• Phonics sessions and early literacy development
• Indoor and outdoor learning activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic progress

Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must:

• Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification as a minimum
• Have previous experience working within an Early Years or primary school setting
• Possess a strong knowledge of phonics programmes and early reading development
• Have experience supporting pupils within whole-class, group and one-to-one settings
• Be patient, enthusiastic and nurturing in their approach
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to support children during a crucial stage of their education
• Work within a welcoming and supportive school environment
• Be part of an experienced Early Years team
• Gain valuable experience across a full academic year
• Make a lasting impact on pupils' confidence, learning and development

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'