Teaching Assistant Level 4

Contract: Temporary (31^st August 2027)

Hours: 37.00 hours per week, Term Time Plus 1 week

Salary: NJC Grade E SCP12-17 £28,598 - £31,022 per annum, pro rata

Closing Date: 1^st June 2026 12.00 Noon

Layton Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Level 4 Teaching Assistant to work with our Foundation Stage pupils. The post is temporary, 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days; please be aware that the salary advertised is pro-rata.

The successful candidate will be required to support generally in class as well as working with selected individuals and groups of pupils. Previous unsuccessful applicants are asked not to apply. 

If you want to make a real difference to children’s experiences, are dynamic and proactive, are willing to share ideas and can work as part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

The successful applicant will need to have:

• A willingness to work towards professional standards for Higher Level Teaching Assistant, or have acquired a qualification                                                          
• proven skills in Literacy and Numeracy
• a love of working with Foundation Stage children
• at least 3 years’ experience working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage 

Please also see the attached application pack for full information about the role, which will commence as soon as possible or to be mutually agreed with the successful candidate.

Please view the attached application pack for full information including the job description and person specification. Previous unsuccessful applicants are asked not to apply.

To view the application pack, please click on the view Job Description link below.

To download an application form please see here.

Please return completed application forms to the school at recruitment@layton.blackpool.sch.uk

Or by post to 

Layton Primary School

Meyler Avenue

Blackpool

FY3 7DX

Proposed Interview Date: Friday 12th June 2026

Kindly visit the school website to view a copy of our child protection and safeguarding policy.

Layton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory two year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and 

to view the Job Description.