Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable General Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive school team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils’ learning and development across the classroom, working closely with teaching staff to help children reach their full potential.

Location: Nelson
Contract: Full-time 8.30am – 3.30pm
Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour
Start Date: Monday 1^st June 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the day-to-day delivery of lessons
• Work with individual pupils or small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist with classroom preparation and resource organisation
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ social and emotional development
• Provide general classroom support, including during playtimes and transitions
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting (desirable but not essential)
• A patient, caring, and positive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative when required
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s education

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV, outlining all your relevant experience supporting children.

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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