Early Years Assistant

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council · Blackburn, England

Early Years Assistant at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, based in Blackburn, England, paying £25,614 - £26,427 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£25,614 - £26,427 per annum
Location
Blackburn, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
22 hours ago
Closes
11 Oct 2026
Sector
Nursery Practitioner

28% below the typical rate for nursery practitioner

Reference 95d87d0198934243e98b2ae1d55ccb23f9881a21

About the role

Terms and Conditions: 2 x 32.5 hrs Full time, Term Time, Permanent
Department: People, Education
Shortlisting Date: 12th October 2026
Interview date: 16th October 2026

Have you recently qualified as a Level 2 in childcare? or are you currently working in early years?

COME AND JOIN OUR TEAM!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for x2 Early years assistant positions within our network of Children's Centres and Family Hub Nurseries.

A level 2 qualification in child care is ESSENTIAL for the post OR higher level qualification with relevant experience in Early years.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work flexibly alongside the team to plan and implement activities to support children's learning and development.

This role requires a good understanding of children's ages and stages of development. This will include being able to support good quality assesments and observations of children in line with the EYFS.

You will need a good awareness of safeguarding issues as they arise.

We are looking for a positive role model for our children, who is creative, flexible, organised and commited to making a difference to children and families.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For any further enquires please contact Lois Duxbury- [email removed] or Daniell Bickham- [email removed]

Reference: 95d87d0198934243e98b2ae1d55ccb23f9881a21 · Posted 22 hours ago · Closes 11 Oct 2026 · Listed via Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

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