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EYFS Teaching Assistant | East Lancashire | September StartAre you a caring and enthusiastic Early Years practitioner looking for a new opportunity this September? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school (or schools) across East Lancashire.This is a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026, supporting children at the very beginning of their educational journey.The RoleAs an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils within Nursery and/or Reception, helping to create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.Location: East Lancashire (including Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Accrington & surrounding areas)Start Date: September 2026Position: EYFS Teaching AssistantContract: Full-time, long-termPay: Competitive daily rates, paid weeklyKey ResponsibilitiesSupporting the class teacher in delivering engaging, play-based EYFS learning.Working with small groups and individual pupils to support early development.Encouraging communication, social interaction, and early literacy/numeracy skills.Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.Supporting pupils' personal, social, and emotional development.Observing and feeding back on pupil progress where required.RequirementsTo be considered for this role, you must:Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent experience).Have experience working within EYFS settings (school or nursery).Be caring, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young children.Have strong communication and teamwork skills.Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).Provide professional references and have the legal right to work in the UK.Why Join Tradewind?Great Pay: Competitive daily rates paid weekly.Professional Development: Access to over 2,500 CPD courses via the National College.Varied Opportunities: Work across supportive EYFS settings in East Lancashire.Career Progression: Pathways into long-term and permanent school placements.Dedicated Support: Work with a consultant who understands the local education market.How to ApplyIf you are an EYFS Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role across East Lancashire starting this September, we would love to hear from you.Apply today to take the next step in your Early Years career with Tradewind Recruitment.