Reception Teaching Assistant | Preston

Job Description:

£14.25 per hour | Term time only | Temporary long-term booking from September 2026

Are you a nurturing Teaching Assistant who enjoys working in EYFS? Humly North West is recruiting for a Reception Teaching Assistant to support children at a primary school in Preston from September 2026.

This is a lovely opportunity for someone who enjoys helping young children settle into school life, build confidence and develop through play-based learning. You’ll support the class teacher with daily routines, early learning activities and helping children feel safe, happy and engaged.

Role Details

Location: Preston
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Schedule: Term time only, school hours
Start Date: September 2026
Role Type: Temporary long-term booking

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be working in a Reception class, supporting children with:

• Play-based learning and classroom routines
• Early literacy, numeracy and communication skills
• Social development and confidence-building
• Small-group and individual support
• Creating a positive, calm and nurturing EYFS environment

You’ll Be a Good Fit If You…

• Have experience working in EYFS, Reception, nursery or a primary school setting
• Enjoy supporting young children at the start of their education
• Are patient, positive and reliable
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Are happy to support individuals, small groups and the wider class
• Have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or are willing to apply for one
• Are willing to complete Humly’s safeguarding and compliance process before placement

Why Work with Humly?

• The Humly App – manage your availability and diary digitally
• Humly Academy – access CPD and safeguarding training
• £100 Referral Bonus – refer a friend and earn once they complete their first booking
• Support from the local Humly North West team

This is a strong role for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys EYFS and wants a consistent September opportunity in a Preston primary school.

Compliance

Humly North West is acting as an employment business for this temporary long-term booking.

Humly prioritises the safety of children; therefore, all applicants must pass our comprehensive safeguarding process, including an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and invite applications from all suitably qualified candidates. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person