TEACHING ASSISTANT 2B IN EYFS

Lancashire County Council; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant Level 2B to cover maternity leave at a Church of England Primary School in Slyne-with-Hest, near Lancaster. The role centers on supporting early years in the Reception class, focusing on phonics, play-based learning and developing relationships with pupils and families.

The successful candidate will work within a caring school ethos, attend to safeguarding requirements, and contribute to the positive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• TA qualification NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Desirable: Paediatric First Aid; Safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Support Reception class with phonics and early years activities.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families and staff across the school.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism and good attendance.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and contribute to a safe learning environment.

Skills

Phonics

Early years

Team player

Reliability

Child development

Education

GCSE English & Maths

NVQ Level 2 TA

Job description

Location: Slyne-with-hest, St Luke's, Church Of England Primary School, Shady Lane, Slyne, Lancaster, LA2 6JL (203 on roll)

Tel: [phone]
School website: www.slyne-with-hest.lancs.sch.uk

Our dedicated and caring EYFS teaching assistant is going on maternity leave from the start of 2027. Could you be the right person to join our team for the time she is away from school? We are a caring and nurturing single form entry church school where we seek to foster and promote positive relationships on all levels. We are based in the village of Hest Bank just north of Lancaster and inland from Morecambe Bay.

We seek to live out our mission statement of 'Listen, learn, love and laugh as part of God's family' and this starts from the moment families join our school in EYFS. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected and cared for.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant Level 2B to join our caring and supportive team to cover for the Spring and Summer terms 2027 in the first instance. This may be extended further depending on the return of the postholder.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a good understanding of phonics and early years practice.
• Is nurturing, patient and committed to helping every child achieve their potential.
• Is proactive and able to use their initiative effectively.
• Works positively as part of a team and contributes to the wider life of the school.
• Demonstrates excellent reliability, professionalism and a strong attendance record.
• Builds positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Shares our commitment to providing the very best opportunities for all pupils.

The successful candidate will be based within our Reception classroom.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Qualifications

• English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
• TA qualification NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)

Desirable Qualifications

• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Current Safeguarding training

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with young children

Proposed Interview Date: 26/11/2026

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.