Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant

Job Reference:
CJ5757
Advert Posted On:
26/06/2026

Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Term time only (38 weeks)
Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
Salary: Scale5, £27,449 per annum
Start date: 1st September 2026

John Locke Academy is an outstanding school looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and inspirational Teaching Assistant to support our children. We are a positive, creative, and forward‑thinking team of professionals. The academy is part of The Elliot Foundation Trust, a successful multi‑academy trust specialising in primary education.

We are looking for an inspiring, flexible Teaching Assistant to provide support for pupils and Teachers in Nursery and Reception. The post involves supporting children’s learning programmes within the class, leading groups, and may include some lunchtime cover.

In order to count within the ratios at level 3, the candidate must hold an early years qualification which is approved as full and relevant by the DfE approved level 3.

• Establishing a supportive relationship with the children and their parents, acting as a role model, and being aware of, and responding appropriately to, individual needs.
• Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all children.
• Developing methods of promoting/reinforcing children's self-esteem.

Level 3 early years qualification approved by the DfE, GCSE English or level 2 equivalent, and paediatric first aid certificate.

We may be in a position to support candidates through a variety of apprenticeship schemes to enhance their skills and qualifications.

Closing date:
Monday 13th July erview date: W/CMonday 13th July. Early applications may be considered ahead of the closing date.

John Locke Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.