Early Years Teacher

Position Details

Location: Lancaster & Surrounding Areas
Pay: Competitive Daily Rate
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available
Start Date: September 2026
Agency: Teaching Personnel Lancaster

Teaching Personnel Lancaster is seeking caring, enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming primary schools and nurseries across Lancaster from September.

This rewarding role is perfect for individuals who thrive in Early Years settings and are committed to helping young learners develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning through play and exploration.

• Support children aged 3-5 within Nursery and Reception settings.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and creative learning activities.
• Encourage children's social, emotional and educational development.
• Foster a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children on a 1:1 basis and in small groups when required.
• Help monitor progress and celebrate every achievement.

• Experience working with children within an EYFS, nursery or childcare setting.
• A positive, patient and nurturing attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development.
• Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Childcare, Education or Early Years are desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

• Access to a variety of EYFS opportunities across Lancaster and surrounding areas.
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your local Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Opportunities to secure long‑term and permanent positions.

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’ and may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all registered candidates free child protection and prevent duty training.