Early Years Teaching Assistant

Acre Hall Primary School, Manchester, M41 6NA

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  8 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  21 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £22,710.00 - £24,250.00 Annually (Actual) Bright Futures Grade 4 36.25 hours per week 39 weeks per year

Early Years Teaching Assistant job summary

At Acre Hall Primary School we recognise the value of effective teamwork, and our Teaching Assistants are very much part of both our class teams and the wider school community. Their input forms an integral part of our provision and is valued by all staff, including the Senior Leadership Team.

Duties include assisting the teacher to provide care and support for EYFS pupils, to support learning through planned and differentiated activities, preparation of an effective learning environment, and promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils. You will have a dynamic, exceptional, and creative approach to improving the teaching and learning in a way that benefits all our pupils. Previous experience in a school setting would be beneficial but is not essential, however the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they can engage with all our pupils and build positive relationships.

Role Overview

The successful candidates will:

• Support children’s learning through play and planned activities

• Promote children’s wellbeing, independence, and development

• Work closely with class teachers and the wider Early Years team

• Support routines such as personal care, snack time, and outdoor learning

• Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young children (Early Years experience desirable)

• Is patient, caring, and enthusiastic

• Works well as part of a team

• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child development

• Is willing to support children with additional needs where required

K Keeping Children Safe in Education

Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.

We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Acre Hall Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 292 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Acre Hall Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/acre-hall-primary-school-manchester

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