EYFS TA- Reception

START DATE:

ASAP

JOB TITLE:

EYFS Teaching Assistant - Phonics specialism

LOCATION:

Bolton
SALARY: £90+
Axcis is looking for an EYFS Practitioner who has a specialism in Phonics. The position is within a welcoming and well‑resourced primary school in Horwich. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional to showcase their skills in phonics.

The Role:

You will be working within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS reception level), supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the EYFS framework. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and school readiness.

• Deliver high‑quality early years phonics schemes of work
• Plan and implement engaging, age‑appropriate learning activities
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development
• Monitor, assess, and record children’s progress
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold safeguarding procedures
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (e.g., CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent recognised by Ofsted)
• Previous experience working within an EYFS setting (school or nursery)
• Strong knowledge of phonics schemes of learning
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Experience supporting children with additional needs
• Knowledge of phonics and early literacy development

• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Aaron Royle on  l Ext: 5015.

Don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Aaron Royle
Telephone:  l Ext: 5015