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Early Years Teaching Assistant - Blackpool

Job details
Posting date: 08 April 2026
Salary: £13.55 to £15 per hour
Additional salary information: PAYE, Referral Bonus
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 April 2026
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1BA
Company: Randstad Education
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: PR-1502237_1775661342

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Summary

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in Blackpool? We are seeking a creative and energetic Level 2 or 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years teams. If you have a natural ability to connect with young children and want to help them build a strong foundation for their future, we want to hear from you. We offer the choice between rewarding long-term placements and flexible day-to-day supply shifts to fit your lifestyle. Join us in making the classroom a place of wonder and discovery. Starting for the Summer Term (after the Easter holidays).

Benefits of working with Randstad:

  • Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles.

  • DBS and school application support.

  • Consultant support to edit, draft, and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with application

  • A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed.

  • A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work.

  • Free career advice.

  • Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system.

  • Online Training and CPD training available.

  • Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 available.

  • Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE.

  • Free Pension service: 'now pensions'.

Your Responsibilities as an EYFS Teaching Assistant:

  • Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning.

  • Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues.

  • Foster positive relationships with children and their families.

  • Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists and EYFS Teachers.

  • Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and creative activity setup.

  • Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards.

  • Provide assistance with EYFS lesson plans and "Learning Journeys."

  • Support children across all Seven Areas of Learning.

  • Give extra support to children with special educational needs (SEN).

  • Help mark work and record student observations.

  • Report student progress to the class teacher.

  • Help look after the children during school trips and activities.

  • Look after children that are unwell.

  • Attend meetings and training sessions.

  • Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups.

  • A positive attitude and effective communication skills.

Essential requirements:

  • TA Qualified (Level 2 or 3).

  • Experience working with young people in an EYFS or Nursery setting.

  • Class management skills.

  • Comfort managing challenging behaviour.

  • Able to engage with and motivate children.

  • Knowledge of the EYFS framework.

If you believe this role suits you, don't hesitate to apply today!

For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.

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