Early Years Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Blackpool)

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Blackpool

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

13.55 - 15.00 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in Blackpool? We are seeking a creative and energetic Level 2 or 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years teams. If you have a natural ability to connect with young children and want to help them build a strong foundation for their future, we want to hear from you. We offer the choice between rewarding long-term placements and flexible day-to-day supply shifts to fit your lifestyle. Join us in making the classroom a place of wonder and discovery. Starting for the Summer Term (after the Easter holidays).

Job Responsibility:

Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning
Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues
Foster positive relationships with children and their families
Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists and EYFS Teachers
Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and creative activity setup
Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards
Provide assistance with EYFS lesson plans and Learning Journeys
Support children across all Seven Areas of Learning
Give extra support to children with special educational needs (SEN)
Help mark work and record student observations
Report student progress to the class teacher
Help look after the children during school trips and activities
Look after children that are unwell
Attend meetings and training sessions
Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups
A positive attitude and effective communication skills

Requirements:

TA Qualified (Level 2 or 3)
Experience working with young people in an EYFS or Nursery setting
Class management skills
Comfort managing challenging behaviour
Able to engage with and motivate children
Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Nice to have:

able to build relationships
baby room experience
be a role model
behaviour management skills
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
motivated
nursery assistant experience
nursery nurse experience
CACHE level 1 or 2
CACHE level 2 or 3
early childhood studies degree
NVQ level 2
NVQ level 3
NVQ level 4

What we offer:

Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles
DBS and school application support
Consultant support to edit, draft, and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with application
A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed
A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work
Free career advice
Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system
Online Training and CPD training available
Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 available
Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE
Free Pension service: 'now pensions'
Referral Bonus
training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 28, 2026

Expiration:
May 07, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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