Location

, L39

Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class within a friendly and supportive school in the Ormskirk area. This is a long-term position starting in September 2026, providing an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of the school community. There is also the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role
As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support children's learning, development and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. You will help create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils within the Reception classroom.
  
• Delivering learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher.
  
• Encouraging children's social, emotional and academic development.
  
• Supporting phonics, early literacy and numeracy activities.
  
• Helping to maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
  
• Providing support for both individual pupils and small groups.
  
• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation.
  
  The Successful Candidate Will Have:
  
• Essential EYFS experience within a school setting.
  
• A passion for supporting young children during their early stages of education.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• A patient, caring and proactive approach.
  
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  
• A good understanding of safeguarding practices within schools.
  
  What We Offer:
  
• Competitive pay
  
• Consistent working hours of 9:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
  
• A long-term placement from September 2026.
  
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive school environment.
  
• Potential for the role to become permanent.
  
  Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
  
  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.
  
  
  

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

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.