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Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 4 hours ago

Salary: £ 103 - 104 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burnley, Lancashire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Advertisement - Level 2 Teaching Assistant
 Location: Primary School in Burnley, Lancashire
 Pay: £103.95 ‐ £110.00 per day
 Phase: Key Stage 1

About the School
 This primary school in Burnley is a friendly, inclusive setting for children aged 4-11. The school was rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection, with "Good" ratings for Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Early Years Provision.
 Located in Lancashire, the school enjoys strong community links and aims to provide a nurturing environment where every pupil is inspired to succeed.

We're looking for…
 We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing a supportive and inspiring learning environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping children reach their full potential, fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence every day. You'll be joining a friendly and dedicated team who work together to make sure every child feels valued, safe, and excited to learn.

Role Overview
 You will join our KS1 team as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, supporting class teachers and working closely with children in Year 1 and Year 2. Your role will involve both whole-class support and targeted small-group or one-to-one interventions to help children make excellent progress.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons in KS1.

Work individually or with small groups of children to reinforce learning and build confidence.

Support positive behaviour and contribute to a positive classroom culture of respect and motivation.

Monitor pupil progress, provide feedback, and alert the teacher to any concerns or opportunities.

Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.

Communicate effectively with staff, parents and carers as needed to support pupil development.

Person Specification - Successful Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children in a Key Stage 1 (or similar) setting.

A recognised Level 2 TA qualification (or equivalent) - or a strong willingness to obtain one.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and families.

A clear understanding of how children learn in KS1 and strategies to support that learning effectively.

A positive, flexible attitude and a commitment to our school's core values of respect, resilience, independence and motivation.

Ability to work as part of a supportive team and contribute to a reflective school culture.

We Offer:

A welcoming primary school community rated Good by Ofsted, where staff and pupils thrive together.

Daily pay at the rate of £103.95-£110.00, reflecting the importance of the role.

Opportunities for professional development and growth within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children in KS1

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