General Teaching Assistant – EYFS
Location: Southport
Start Date: February 2026
Contracted Through: Teaching Personnel
A lovely Primary School in Southport is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team from February 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a warm, nurturing and community-focused school where every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
About the Role
As a General Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Support learning across EYFS, working closely with class teachers and early years practitioners
* Assist with delivering engaging, play-based learning activities
* Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required
* Help create a positive, inclusive and inspiring environment for our youngest learners
* Contribute to the wider life of the school through teamwork, communication, and enthusiasm
This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood education, with a caring nature and the desire to make a meaningful difference each day.
About School
The school is a vibrant and welcoming school that prides itself on strong values, a supportive staff team and a commitment to holistic child development. They place a high emphasis on nurturing curiosity, creativity and confidence from the very start of a child’s educational journey. The EYFS provision is well-established, child-centred and focused on ensuring every pupil feels valued and inspired.
About Teaching Personnel
This position is offered through Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency. As a Teaching Personnel candidate, you will benefit from:
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
* Weekly pay and competitive rates via PAYE
* Access to training, development and CPD opportunities which are FREE, including SLCN, Thrive Approach, SEND courses, ADHD and EYFS Practitioner courses
* A streamlined and supportive recruitment process
* 5 star google reviews for Teaching Personnel Liverpool
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about early years education and would love to join a friendly, forward-thinking school community, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today through Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your education career.
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