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Qualified Early Years Staff

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Blackpool
Date posted : 28/09/26
  1. Full Time
£14.25 - 15.00 per hour

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistants (Level 2 - Level 6)

Primary & Nursery Settings | Blackpool | October or November 2026 Start
Flexible Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities Available


Are you a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in a supportive school or nursery environment?

Teaching Personnel is working with a number of Primary Schools and Nursery settings across Blackpool and the surrounding Fylde Coast area who are looking to appoint dedicated Level 2 to Level 6 Teaching Assistants from October 2026.

Whether you're seeking the flexibility of supply work or the consistency of a long-term placement, we have opportunities available to suit your circumstances.

The Role

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children during their early stages of education, helping to create engaging, safe and nurturing learning environments.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting the class teacher or nursery practitioner with daily activities
  • Working with small groups and individual pupils
  • Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
  • Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development
  • Encouraging learning through play and child-led activities
  • Observing, recording and reporting on pupil progress
  • Supporting children with additional needs where required
  • Helping to maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines

Ideal Candidates Will Have

  • A Level 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 qualification in Childcare, Early Years or Education (or equivalent/higher)
  • Experience working within a Nursery, Preschool, Reception or Primary School setting
  • A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for supporting young learners
  • Knowledge of the EYFS Framework (desirable)
  • Experience supporting SEND pupils is welcomed but not essential

Locations & Travel

These opportunities are based across Blackpool, with schools and nurseries located in and around:

  • South Shore
  • North Shore
  • Bispham
  • Layton
  • Marton
  • Stanley Park
  • Poulton-le-Fylde
  • Thornton-Cleveleys

Most settings benefit from excellent transport links via:

  • Blackpool North Station
  • Blackpool South Station
  • Blackpool Transport bus and tram services
  • Easy access from the M55 and surrounding road networks

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
  • Flexible day-to-day assignments to fit around your lifestyle
  • Long-term and permanent opportunities available
  • Dedicated local consultant support throughout your placement
  • Access to free and discounted CPD courses
  • Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and nurseries
  • Pension scheme
  • Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
  • Ongoing safeguarding and professional development training

Apply Today

Whether you're an experienced EYFS practitioner or looking to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.

October 2026 starts available now across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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