Classroom Assistant - 12 month FTC

Lunts Heath Primary School

Wedgewood Drive, Widnes, WA8 9RJ

The Governing Body are looking to recruit a full time Early Years Classroom Assistant to join our outstanding school.  Our priority is to find a patient, inspirational and creative person to work within our Reception team. This is a fixed term contract for one year, covering maternity leave.

The successful candidate will:

• be compassionate and understanding
• be committed to equality and inclusion
• be dedicated to promoting high standards for all children
• have a proven record of helping children overcome barriers to learning
• have a positive approach to behaviour management
• be able to work as part of a very effective team (Halton Team of the Year 2026)
• have knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• be flexible and professionally optimistic

We can offer you:

• a very successful school at the heart of its community
• the opportunity to work in an Outstanding EYFS provision (Ofsted 2024)
• outstanding role models for teaching
• induction and training commensurate to this role
• a warm, friendly and caring environment
• committed and supportive staff
• positive and supportive relationships with parents and Governors

Using no more than two sides of A4 state why you are suited to this role.

Applications MUST be returned electronically via Halton Jobs portal.

Applicants should note that the successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure. Further information regarding the disclosure scheme is available on www.disclosure.gov.uk

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.