Jobs, fresher vacancy - EYFS Teaching Assistant • Lancashire

Company: Teaching Personnel Ltd

Lancashire

Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant Location: Burnley, Lancashire Contract Type: Full-time Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £13.75 - £15 per hour (dependant on experience) Position Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term placement)About the Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to work in a friendly and supportive mainstream primary school in Burnley. This role is offered through a reputable education agency, providing flexible working arrangements and the potential for long-term placement.Key Responsibilities: Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework. Assist in the preparation and organisation of resources and learning materials. Promote positive behaviour and ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils. Encourage children’s development across all areas: social, emotional, physical, and cognitive. Engage with children through play-based learning and structured activities. Requirements: Relevant experience working with children in an EYFS setting. A valid Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. A genuine passion for working with young children. A valid DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one. References covering the last two years of work or education. Why Join Us? Competitive daily rates paid weekly. Flexible working to suit your lifestyle. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Supportive consultant guidance and placement matching. Apply Now: To apply or find out more, please click apply!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.