Howick Church Endowed Primary School, Liverpool Road, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0NB (104 on roll)
Tel: 01772 612487
School website: www.howick.lancs.sch.uk
At Howick CE Primary School, we are proud to be a nurturing, inclusive and values-led community where every child is encouraged to flourish, feel valued and develop a lifelong love of learning. We are seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and support our youngest learners as they begin their school journey. Rooted in our Christian vision, we strive to create an environment where children feel safe, supported and inspiredwhere curiosity is celebrated, individuality is respected and all members of our school community are known and loved.
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support childrens learning through high-quality, play-based experiences that encourage exploration and curiosity
Work collaboratively with the class teacher to deliver engaging and purposeful learning opportunities
Promote positive behaviour and help children develop socially and emotionally in line with our school values
Contribute to a warm, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every child feels they belong
Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
If you are passionate about early years education and would like to be part of a school where every child is nurtured to thrive, we would love to hear from you. Hours of work; Monday Friday 8:30-13:00 (including 1 hour welfare duty) The contract will be a variable hours contract with a minimum of 22.5 with the potential for extra afternoon hours.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
The closing date is midday on 12/06/2026
NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Has experience of working with young children in a school or early years setting
Is kind, patient and nurturing, with a genuine enthusiasm for supporting childrens development
Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills
Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child can achieve their full potential
Shares and supports the Christian ethos and values of our school
For more information or to arrange to look around the school, please contact our Bursar, Joanne Ashworth 01772 612487
01/07/2026
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. 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 www.gov.uk/dbs 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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
