Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant (Level 2/3)
Location: Bispham Area
Contract Type: Temporary / Term-Time Only / Ad-hoc
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026 - December / April 2027 (one to two terms in length).
Pay: 14.25+ per hour
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Full Day)
About Our School:
We are dedicated to providing an exceptional education that focuses on the "Whole Child." Our goal is for every pupil to achieve not only academic excellence but to become compassionate, respectful, and determined members of society. By nurturing our school values-Ready, Respectful, and Safe-we prepare our future citizens to be empathetic leaders who are ready to take on the world.
We maintain high expectations for every child and, through a strong partnership with parents and families, our pupils consistently achieve. We take immense pride in our diverse and inclusive community, backed by a talented team of staff who undergo continuous professional development.
We are proud to hold several prestigious accolades that reflect our vibrant school culture:
- Beach School Status: The only school in Blackpool to hold this, incorporating bespoke outdoor lessons into our creative curriculum.
- ELKLAN "Communication Friendly" Status: Ensuring speech and language development is at the heart of our teaching.
- Rainbow Flag Award: Celebrating our dedication to diversity and inclusion.
- Anti-Bullying Silver Mark: A testament to our safe and supportive environment.
- Music Mark & Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM): Recognising our high standards in the arts and sciences.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher in delivering a creative EYFS curriculum that aligns with our "Whole Child" approach.
- Uphold and model our core school values: Ready, Respectful, and Safe.
- Utilise communication-friendly strategies to support speech and language development in line with our ELKLAN status.
- Assist with unique, outdoor learning experiences, embracing our bespoke Beach School curriculum.
- Provide a supportive, nurturing environment for every learner, utilising trauma-informed approaches where appropriate.
Requirements
- Qualification: Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent Early Years qualification).
- Experience: Proven experience working within an EYFS setting.
- Attributes: A warm, patient, and empathetic approach that aligns with our inclusive community. Experience or interest in outdoor learning and trauma-informed practice is highly desirable.
- Safeguarding: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) is essential.
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