Y3 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 EYFS Practitioner

The Headteacher of a reputable Primary School in Fulwood, Preston are looking for a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their oversubscribed Nursery Class within the school. This is a full-time opportunity working alongside professionals who are passionate about working within Early Years. This is a new role in school and is due to begin from Monday 5th January 2026 and is due to carry on until July 2026. The working hours for this role are 8:45-15:15 Monday-Friday term time only. This role has been created as the school have a permanent staff member going on maternity leave. Senior Leaders and staff pride themselves in having positive relationships with parents and the wider community. This is a lovely welcoming community school and the Headteacher is driven to provide a stimulating and creative learning environment for our youngest pupils. The school boasts excellent facilities for continuous provision and a newly refurbished out-door learning area.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education.
• Experience of working alongside children within the EYFS and planning and delivering around the EYFS curriculum.
• Experience of observing, monitoring and recording the development of children.
• Strong communication skills whilst working within a team and confidence working within a busy working environment.
• Confident liaising with parents of young children.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner who is Early Years trained. We are expecting an excellent response for this role, therefore please do not delay in applying by clicking ‘apply now’ or call the office on 01772 386174 for further details. **Rates of pay for this role start at £13.75 per hour. **

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