L3 Teaching Assistant Early Years

Salary £28,142 to £32,061 pro rata, term time only, 38 weeks per year.

Term:
Part‑time fixed‑term contract, 38 weeks per year (term time only).

Hours:

35 hours per week, 7:45‑8:45 am breakfast club cover and 3:15‑5:45 pm after‑school duties. Total: 40 hours per week.

Closing date: 09/07/2026.

Location:

Skelmersdale Trinity Church Of England/Methodist Primary School, Kiln Lane, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8PW.

Phone: 01695 723878
Website:

Summary:

Trinity Primary School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teaching assistant to lead our Seedlings room for pupils aged 0‑2 years, providing a nurturing environment that supports early development.

• Lead the Seedlings room and support the team in delivering a high‑quality early‑years curriculum.
• Develop and implement individual learning plans for young children.
• Provide wrap‑around support, including breakfast club cover (7:45‑8:45 am) and after‑school care (3:15‑5:45 pm).
• Support the Christian ethos of the school and encourage inclusive learning.
• Work collaboratively with other staff to support children with a range of needs.
• Take on leadership responsibilities and develop team management skills.

• L3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• GCSE grade C or level 2 equivalent in English and Maths.

• Paediatric First Aid.
• Early years qualifications.
• SEND qualifications.

• Experience working with young children.

• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Experience with positive behaviour management strategies.
• Experience leading a team and managing others.

Please complete the application form attached. CVs are not accepted. The post is part‑time, term time only; salary is full‑time equivalent paid pro‑rata. Applications must be submitted by 09/07/2026.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must agree to DBS checks. We expect all staff and volunteers to share a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at  or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑offenders that is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.