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Early Years Practitioner - School Based Preschool
- Posted: 13-10-2026
- Category: Teaching Assistants
- Location: Wigan and Leigh
- Type: Part Time / Temporary
- Salary: £14 – £15 per hour
Early Years Practitioners - School Based Preschool
Locations: Wigan & Leigh (WN6 & WN7)
Hours: Approximately 8:30am – 3:30pm
Job Type: Flexible, Daily & Short-Term Supply
Looking for flexible work in Early Years that fits around your lifestyle and within school hours?
Premier Education is looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to support three welcoming school-based preschools across the Wigan and Leigh areas.
We have a variety of daily supply and short-term cover opportunities, perfect for practitioners who enjoy working with young children but would prefer flexibility without committing to a permanent role.
Whether you're looking for a few days each week, occasional cover or regular short-term bookings, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
You will be working within friendly, supportive preschool teams, helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting children with their learning, development and daily routines.
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Delivering engaging, age-appropriate play-based activities.
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Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships.
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Working alongside experienced Early Years staff.
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Supporting children's wellbeing and safeguarding.
What We're Looking For
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A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential) or QTS/EYTS.
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A genuine passion for working with young children.
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A friendly, enthusiastic and adaptable approach.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Reliability and the ability to settle quickly into new environments.
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An understanding of the EYFS framework.
Why Work with Premier Education?
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Flexible working – choose the days that suit your availability.
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School-friendly hours – typically 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Opportunities across three local school preschools.
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A mixture of daily bookings and short-term assignments.
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Competitive rates of pay.
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Friendly, approachable support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
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Opportunities to build relationships with local schools and gain valuable experience.
Interested?
If you're a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for flexible, rewarding work in WN6 or WN7, we'd love to chat!
Apply today or contact Premier Education to find out more about our available opportunities.
Premier Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
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