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Join the Early Years Team in Blackburn: EYFS Teaching Assistant! Are you a dedicated Early Years professional looking to make a real difference in Blackburn? We are searching for a Level 2 or 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children during their most important developmental years. Whether you are looking for the stability of a full-time long-term role or the freedom of day-to-day supply work, our Blackburn schools offer a supportive environment where you can truly thrive. Help us create a safe and stimulating space for young learners to grow. 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:
background in youth work
experience in administering medication
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
mentor experience
personal care experience
speech and language therapy experience
health and social care experience
health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
HLTA
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 applications
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