EYFS LEVEL 3 TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location

Westhead Lathom St James' Church Of England Primary School, School Lane, Westhead, Ormskirk, L40 6HL (91 on roll)

Tel: 01695 574078
School website: www.wlsj.lancs.sch.uk/

Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and a passion for supporting young children in their learning and development. They should be nurturing, patient, and able to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents. We are seeking someone who can work collaboratively with the class teacher to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences, support children’s personal, social, and emotional development, and contribute to creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. A proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to use initiative are essential for this role.

This role is for 12.5 hours per week. Working days Thursday and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

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.

Essential Qualifications

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent).

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.

Desirable Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid Certificate.

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children in an early years setting, ideally across pre-school and Reception.

Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

Experience planning and delivering Phase One Phonics.

Understanding of safeguarding procedures and the ability to maintain a safe learning environment.

Desirable Experience

Experience of using EYFS online learning journals (e.g. Seesaw).

Training in specific interventions (e.g. phonics schemes such as Red Rose Phonics).

Experience supporting children with SEND.

For an informal discussion please contact:

For an informal discussion please call the school office on 01695 574078 to speak to the headteacher.

Proposed Interview Date:

02/07/2025 

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.

 

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.