EYFS Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant (2-Year-Old Provision)

Location: Thornton, L23, Liverpool
Start Date: Likely late May
Role Type: Temporary / Ongoing (subject to confirmation)

A Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support their 2‑year‑old provision, starting later in May.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with strong EYFS experience, particularly within nursery or 2‑year‑old settings, who enjoys providing nurturing, child‑centred support during early development.

The Role:

• Supporting children within a 2‑year‑old Early Years setting
• Assisting with personal care routines, including toileting and hygiene
• Supporting learning through play‑based, EYFS‑led activities
• Working closely with the Nursery Manager and EYFS team
• Promoting children’s emotional, social, and developmental progress
• Ensuring all safeguarding and welfare standards are upheld

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience in Early Years, preferably with 2‑year‑olds
• Be confident supporting personal care needs
• Have a calm, caring, and patient approach
• Understand the EYFS framework
• Be reliable, proactive, and professional
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work in a supportive school environment
• Hands‑on experience within EYFS and nursery provision
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Competitive pay through Teaching Personnel

If you’re an Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity and available from May, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or send your CV to Emily at Teaching Personnel to be considered.

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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.
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