Dynamic Primary School Teaching Assistant (Temp, 30 hrs/wk)

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Walverden Primary School in Nelson, Lancashire, is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for 30 hours per week, term-time only. The appointment is temporary until July 2026, with hours to be arranged. The school prioritises a friendly, child-centred environment and strong home–school links.

Candidates should be able to support children with personalised learning and provide high-quality interaction during planned activities, while building positive relationships with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary school learners.
• Ability to adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.
• Excellent communication with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of activities and programmes to meet the needs of individual children and small groups.
• Support children in learning through high-quality interaction in play and teacher-planned activities.
• Be self-motivated and manage time effectively to maximise learning time.
• Build good relationships with parents to support home–school links.
• Provide personalised learning experiences where appropriate.
• Contribute to a calm, patient and encouraging learning environment.
• Maintain a sense of humour to engage children.

Skills

Child-centered

Time management

Learning support

Engagement activities

Parent liaison

Personalised learning

Calm demeanor

Patience

Humour

Job description

Walverden Primary School in Nelson, Lancashire, is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for 30 hours per week, term-time only. The appointment is temporary until July 2026, with hours to be arranged. The school prioritises a friendly, child-centred environment and strong home–school links.

Candidates should be able to support children with personalised learning and provide high-quality interaction during planned activities, while building positive relationships with families and staff.