Long-Term Teaching Assistant (EYFS) - Full Time

Location: Morecambe
Start Date: After the Easter break
Contract: Until July (term-time only)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:45-15:15
Agency: Veritas Education
Contact: Sarah Maclachlan, Principal Recruitment Consultant

Veritas Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming primary school in Morecambe. This is a full-time, term-time role working closely with two pupils in EYFS who each have an EHCP or a pending EHCP. The position will run from the end of the Easter break until July.

About the Role

You will work as part of the Early Years team, providing tailored support to two pupils with additional needs. This includes assisting with learning activities, emotional regulation, communication, and helping to ensure the children are fully included in all aspects of classroom life.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for two EYFS pupils with EHCPs or pending EHCPs
Assist the class teacher with implementing personalised strategies and interventions
Help create a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment
Support pupils with communication, social development and routines
Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals as needed

Requirements

Experience working with children in EYFS or within a primary school setting
Understanding of supporting children with additional needs / EHCPs
A patient, caring, and proactive approach
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Good communication skills and a positive attitude

What the School Offers

A friendly, supportive Early Years team
Clear guidance from SENCO and class teacher
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' daily school experience

Why Work with Veritas Education?

Competitive daily pay rates
Dedicated consultant support from Sarah Maclachlan who has supported local school recruitment for over 14 years
Access to free CPD and ongoing professional development

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about supporting young learners, please send your CV to Sarah Maclachlan at Veritas Education, or get in touch for further details.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community