EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 3

Sefton; Little Altcar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A community primary school in Little Altcar seeks a passionate Nursery Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term contract starting February 23, 2026. The successful candidate will support children's learning and development, work closely with educators, and engage with families. Ideal applicants will have experience in Early Years settings and demonstrate creativity and flexibility in their approach. This position focuses on creating outstanding outcomes in a supportive and vibrant learning community, ensuring the wellbeing of all children.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an Early Years environment is essential.
• Must be creative and willing to engage children in various activities.
• Ability to provide personal care and attend to children's physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and physical development.
• Assist the class teacher with general duties.
• Participate fully in all aspects of school life.

Skills

Experience of working in an Early Years setting

Creative approach to learning

Ability to think on their feet

Team player

Commitment to professional development

Job description

• Location: Redgate Primary School
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Term Time
• Hours: 30 hours per week. 30 hours per week Term Time only.
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: RP/25/327799

The governors, staff and pupils of Redgate Community Primary School are looking for a committed, talented and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our award winning, friendly Nursery team on a 12 month fixed term contract starting 23rd February 2026.

Redgate Community Primary School is a happy, learning community where each individual pupil and member of staff is valued for the contribution they can make to the life of our thriving school. Staff work hard to provide the very best for our pupils. In return we offer the opportunity to join a passionate and committed team, who work in a friendly environment with the aim of producing outstanding outcomes for our children and their families.

We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Teaching Assistant who will:

• Work with children to support their learning and general physical development
• Undertake general duties under the instruction of the class teacher to support the aims and ethos of Redgate Community Primary school.
• Have experience of working in an Early Years setting
• Be creative in approach and provide opportunities to develop children’s learning.
• Have the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative
• Be a team player and demonstrate a flexible approach.
• Be willing (subject to training) to provide intimate care, manual handling and first aid.
• Participate fully in all aspects of school life.
• Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work.
• Show a commitment to professional development and the skills to engage positively with staff, parents/carers and families

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th January 2026.

How to apply

Applications should be made using the online form or by downloading an application form and returning it to Melanie Steele, School Business Manager, Redgate Community Primary School, Redgate, Formby L37 4EW