EYFS Teaching Assistant
Job description
Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Maternity Cover
Location: Blackpool
Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full maternity year cover
Teaching Personnel are seeking a Level 3 qualified EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Blackpool. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and play a key role in supporting pupils’ learning and development during their formative years.
About the Role
- Full-time position starting February 2026
- Covering a full maternity leave for one academic year
- Working within a mainstream primary EYFS setting
- Includes management responsibilities within the EYFS team
- Supporting high-quality teaching and learning in line with EYFS framework
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 EYFS qualification (or equivalent)
- Previous experience in an EYFS setting
- Strong understanding of child development and early learning strategies
- Ability to lead and manage staff effectively within the EYFS provision
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
What We Offer
- Competitive pay rates
- Ongoing professional development and support
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a nurturing school environment
If you are passionate about early years education and ready to take on a leadership role, we would love to hear from you!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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