Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant (EYFS) – Lancaster & Surrounding Areas

Start date: September 2026 | Full-time & part-time opportunities available

Are you passionate about supporting little learners at the very start of their education journey?

At Teaching Personnel, we’re working closely with a number of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Lancaster and the surrounding areas, and we’re looking for dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to join us from September.

This is a brilliant opportunity if you love working in Early Years and want to make a real difference in a child’s development — helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning from day one.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting children within Nursery and Reception settings
• Assisting the class teacher with engaging, play-based learning activities
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
• Supporting children’s social, emotional, and early learning development
• Working 1:1 or in small groups where needed

⭐ What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children in an EYFS setting (school, nursery, or similar)
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• A genuine passion for early childhood development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A relevant childcare qualification is desirable but not essential

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your needs
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Flexible work to suit you — full-time, part-time, and long-term roles available
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions with partner schools

Location:

Roles available across Lancaster, Morecambe, Carnforth, and surrounding areas

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, and you can genuinely shape young children’s early experiences of education — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to find out more – we’re ready to help you take the next step in your EYFS career