EYFS Teaching Assistants (Level 2 - Level 6)
Primary & Nursery Settings | South Liverpool (Speke Area) | October 2026 Start
Flexible Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities Available
Pay Rate: DOE
Are you a passionate Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in a supportive school or nursery environment?
Teaching Personnel is working with a number of Primary Schools and Nursery settings across Speke, Garston, Hunts Cross, Woolton and surrounding areas who are looking to appoint dedicated Level 2 to Level 6 Teaching Assistants from October 2026.
Whether you're seeking the flexibility of supply work or the consistency of a long-term placement, we have opportunities available to suit your circumstances.
The Role
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children during their early stages of education, helping to create engaging, safe and nurturing learning environments.
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting the class teacher or nursery practitioner with daily activities
- Working with small groups and individual pupils
- Assisting with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
- Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development
- Encouraging learning through play and child-led activities
- Observing, recording and reporting on pupil progress
- Supporting children with additional needs where required
- Helping to maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines
Ideal Candidates Will Have
- A Level 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 qualification in Childcare, Early Years or Education (or equivalent/higher)
- Experience working within a Nursery, Preschool, Reception or Primary School setting
- A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for supporting young learners
- Knowledge of the EYFS Framework (desirable)
- Experience supporting SEND pupils is welcomed but not essential
Locations & Travel
These opportunities are based across Speke and South Liverpool, with schools and nurseries easily accessible from:
- Speke
- Garston
- Hunts Cross
- Woolton
- Allerton
- Aigburth
- Halewood
- Huyton
Most settings benefit from excellent transport links via:
- Liverpool South Parkway Station
- Hunts Cross Station
- Frequent bus routes including the 80, 82, 86 and 89 services
- Easy access from the M62, A561 and surrounding road networks
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
- Flexible day-to-day assignments to fit around your lifestyle
- Long-term and permanent opportunities available
- Dedicated local consultant support throughout your placement
- Access to free and discounted CPD courses
- Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and nurseries
- Pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Ongoing safeguarding and professional development training
Apply Today
Whether you're an experienced EYFS practitioner or looking to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.
October 2026 starts available now.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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Early Years Qualified Staff in Liverpool employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
