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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.75 - 14.5 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Read
Expire in: a month
Job Description
At our Primary School, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child can achieve their full potential. We are proud of our dedicated team and are looking to welcome a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Teaching Assistant to join us.
The Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the teaching and learning within the classroom, across EYFS, KS1 or KS2. Working under the direction of class teachers and the SENCO (where applicable), you will assist in delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, support pupils’ academic and social development, and help maintain a positive, stimulating learning environment.
Location: Read, Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Support individual pupils and small groups with their learning.
- Assist the class teacher with preparation of resources and classroom displays.
- Encourage positive behaviour and promote the school’s values and ethos.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to monitor pupil progress.
- Support children with special educational needs and/or English as an additional language, as required.
- Help with supervision during break and lunch times as needed.
About You:
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about education and making a difference in children’s lives.
- Patient, compassionate, and adaptable.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Organised and proactive in supporting classroom activities.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Qualifications and Experience:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths – essential
- Relevant experience working with children in an educational setting – desirable
- TA qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3) – desirable but not essential
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive school community
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A well-resourced and positive learning environment
- Support from experienced staff and leadership team
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV, outlining all your relevant experience.
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.
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