EYP Level 3 plus extended services

Olympic Primary, Wellingborough, NN8 3QA

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  9 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  28 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: G 8-12

EYP Level 3 plus extended services job summary

The successful candidate will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children within the Early Years setting, helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where all pupils can thrive.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood development and committed to supporting young learners at the start of their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging Early Years activities

• Assist in promoting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework

• Observe, assess and record children’s progress

• Support children’s social, emotional and physical development

• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff

• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers

• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)

• Has experience working with young children (essential)

• Has knowledge of the EYFS framework

• Is caring, patient and nurturing

• Has good communication and teamwork skills

• Is organised, proactive and flexible

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

In addition to the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative working environment,

We can offer you:

• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals

• Friendly, motivated and aspirational pupils

• A dedicated and collaborative staff team

• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through providers such as The National College and The Key.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to our staff benefits, exclusive rewards and discounts programme Perks at Work

• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust

• A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Cycle to work, home and technology sacrifice schemes

Application Closing Date: 9th October 2026

Interview dates to be arranged: W/C 12th October 2026

NB: Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.

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

Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.
The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.

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 Olympic Primary

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 400 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Olympic Primary website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/olympic-primary

Do you want to work in a school that OFSTED 2023 says this about:
Staff are very proud to work at Olympic Primary. They recognise that the school has improved considerably since it was taken over by Lion Academy Trust.
Classrooms are calm, purposeful place where pupils can focus on their learning.
Staff adapt lessons to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). These changes ensure that pupils with SEND learn the full curriculum.

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