Job Description

EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Location: North Manchester

Position: EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2026

Pay Rate: £95–£120 per day DOE

Are you a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant with a passion for Early Years education? Do you enjoy creating engaging learning experiences that help children develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning?

Cover People are working in partnership with a welcoming primary academy in North Manchester to recruit an enthusiastic EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant for September 2026. The school prides itself on being a learning family where every child is welcomed, valued, and respected. With a strong emphasis on inclusion, creativity, and building positive relationships, the academy places children at the heart of everything it does. Through its core values of Trustworthy, Helpful, Inspiring, Straightforward, and Heart, the school strives to develop confident, resilient, independent learners who are well prepared for the future.

The Role:

Support teaching and learning within the EYFS classroom

Deliver engaging activities that promote learning through play and exploration

Work with individuals and small groups to develop early literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills

Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment

Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to support every child's development

Assist with observations, assessments, and classroom preparation

We're Looking For:

A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Previous experience working within an EYFS setting

A sound understanding of the EYFS Framework

A caring, enthusiastic, and proactive approach

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A genuine passion for helping young children flourish during the earliest stages of their education

What Cover People Offer:

Competitive daily pay rates

A dedicated consultant providing personalised support throughout your placement

Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

Access to a wide network of schools across Greater Manchester

Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

If you're ready to join a school where children are encouraged to become confident, resilient, and effective communicators in a supportive and inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity for September 2026