Teaching Assistant - Level 2 (Early Years)

Johnson Fold Community Primary School; Low Bolton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

BASE Academy Trust in Bolton is recruiting for a Senior Early Years Worker to join Johnson Fold Primary School on a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2027. The post is 32.5 hours per week during term time plus 3 days, with a salary Grade D (SCP 6-11) and start date ASAP.

The ideal candidate will hold an Early Years Level 3 qualification or equivalent, have experience in a nursery with 2–5 year olds, and demonstrate a caring, team-spirited approach, safeguarding understanding and flexibility.

Qualifications

• A caring and professional attitude.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Commitment, flexibility and positivity.
• Experience with children aged 2–5 years.
• Understanding safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Flexibility

Safeguarding

Education

Early Years Level 3

Job description

Employer: BASE Academy Trust

Location: Johnson Fold Primary School

Address: Worston Avenue, Bolton BL1 5UG

Hours: 32.50 Hours Term time plus 3 days
Contract Type: Fixed Term to 31.08.2027

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade D (SCP 6-11)

The ideal candidate will have experience working as a Senior Early Years Worker or Practitioner and hold a recognised Early Years Level 3 qualification.

Essential requirements:

A caring and professional attitude

Ability to work well in a team

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Commitment, Flexibility and Positivity

Experience of working within a nursery setting with children aged 2 to 5 years

An understanding of the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children

Desirable:

Early Years Level 3 (Early Years Practitioner) qualification

Previous experience of working in a school environment.

A current Paediatric First Aid qualification

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. References will be sought prior to interview.

Closing Date: Sunday 27th September 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 28th September 2026
Interview Date: TBC