Teaching Assistant Opportunities

Location: East Lancashire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Start Date: Flexible

We are partnering with a number of Outstanding primary schools across East Lancashire that are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their successful teams.

These schools are recognised for their high standards, nurturing environments, exceptional pupil outcomes, and commitment to providing every child with the support they need to thrive. Inspectors have highlighted strong behaviour, ambitious curriculums, and inclusive learning environments across Outstanding schools in the region.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development. Working closely with class teachers and school leaders, you will help create engaging learning experiences that enable children to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Delivering targeted interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Assisting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Supporting positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Contributing to the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, parents and external agencies where required.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience working with primary-aged children.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are patient, caring and committed to helping children succeed.
• Have a positive, proactive and flexible approach.
• Share a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

• The opportunity to work within highly regarded Outstanding school environments.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive leadership teams and collaborative staff cultures.
• Clear pathways for career progression, including HLTA and teacher training routes.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's educational journeys.

Outstanding schools are recognised for delivering high-quality education, maintaining high expectations, and creating environments where both pupils and staff flourish. Staff benefit from strong leadership, excellent professional development opportunities, and a culture of continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about supporting children to achieve their best and are looking for your next opportunity within an Outstanding primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to explore Teaching Assistant opportunities across East Lancashire's leading primary schools.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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