TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 - TEMP (POTENTIAL PERM)

Ref 196129
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 6.
Salary £27269 to £ 31067 
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (May-25 ) .
Hours Approx 32.5 hours a week.
Closing Date 16/05/2025.
Location
, LA4
Summary
Location - Lancaster & Morecambe Area

Teaching Assistant - Level 3
  • Location: Popular school in Morecambe
  • Job Type: Full-time (Temporary)
  • Contract Duration: June 2nd, 2025 – July 22nd, 2025
  • Potential for Permanent Position: Starting September 2025

    We are looking for a dedicated TA3 to join the EYFS department at a well-regarded school in Morecambe. This position has become available due to retirement and offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in the early years of children's education. The role is particularly suited to individuals with experience or a strong interest in working with children with SEND.

    Day-to-day of the role:
  • Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum within the classroom.
  • Work closely with the EYFS team to implement continuous provision that enhances learning.
  • Assist in creating a supportive, engaging, and safe learning environment for children.
  • Support children with SEND, adapting activities to meet their educational and developmental needs.
  • Monitor and report on the progress of children, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
  • Prepare learning materials under the direction of the teacher and organise learning spaces.

    Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience working with children, particularly those with SEND, is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and the application of continuous provision.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive and committed approach to child development and learning.

    Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Structured working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Potential for a permanent position from September 2025.

    Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing.

    Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.


    • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Tel: 01524 843347 , https://www.reed.com/lancashire-teaching-agency
    Equal Opportunities statement
    An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
    Rehabilitation
    Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

    Additional Info

    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Applications are by CV to Lancashire.teaching@reed.com. For more information, please call 01524 843347. CV template attached.
    Positive about Disabled People 

    The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

    Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

    Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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