Location: Blackpool, Thornton, and Fleetwood (Multiple Schools)
Pay: From £14.24 per hour
Hours: Monday - Friday (Term-time only)
Contract: Temporary Summer Term (April - July 2026)
Start Date: April 2026
Are you a Final Year BA Teaching & Learning student or a recent Early Years Graduate? Are you looking to bridge the gap between finishing your degree and starting your ECT year?
We are seeking ambitious graduates to join local primary schools across Blackpool, Thornton, and Fleetwood for the upcoming Summer Term. This is a premier opportunity to gain high-quality classroom experience and build your CV before the summer holidays.
Choose Your Pathway
We have flexible fixed-term placements available. Whether you want to provide essential support or take your first steps into leadership, we have a role for you:
Teaching Assistants (TA) - £14.24 per hour
Support classroom teachers in facilitating play-based learning.
Provide 1:1 support for children with SEN, EHCP, and IEP needs.
Assist with lunch cover and break time supervision to ensure a safe environment.
Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)
Classroom Leadership: Provide PPA and short-term cover, delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum.
Phonics & Literacy: Support ReadWriteInc delivery to help pupils become confident readers.
Holistic Support: Work with Nurture Teams to implement the six principles of nurture.
Interventions: Lead specific learning activities and adapt resources for diverse needs.
What We Are Looking For
Education: Final-year students or recent graduates of a BA (Hons) in Teaching and Learning, Early Years, or a similar recognised degree.
Passion: A genuine desire to work within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Reliability: Proactive individuals ready to hit the ground running this April.
Compliance: All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Why Join Us?
Local Placements: Work in a school local to you in the FY postcode area.
Career Launchpad: Invaluable EYFS experience to make your CV stand out to future employers.
Work-Life Balance: Consistent Monday to Friday hours, term-time only.
Competitive Pay: Starting from £14.24 per hour.
Apply Today
Kickstart your career in education this April! For more information or to discuss our current vacancies, please contact Kara.
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Salary description
£14.24 - £15.00 per hour