Flexible Teaching Assistant - Blackpool

TN United Kingdom; Blackpool; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a flexible Teaching Assistant to provide sickness cover across various primary and secondary schools in the Fylde area. This part-time role, requiring just three days a week, offers a fantastic opportunity for those who enjoy diverse classroom environments and seek a better work-life balance. You'll be responsible for supporting teaching staff and managing classroom activities while adapting quickly to new settings. With competitive daily rates and ongoing training opportunities, this position is perfect for dedicated professionals looking to make a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing training and development

Dedicated local consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience in educational settings is essential for this role.
• Must have a flexible and positive approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Deliver 1:1 or small group interventions where required.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Adaptability

Proactive Attitude

Education

Experience working with children

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Job description

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Flexible Teaching Assistant - Blackpool, Blackpool

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Blackpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Flexible Teaching Assistant – 3 Days per Week (Sickness Cover)
Across Schools in the Fylde Area – Immediate Start
Posted by Teaching Personnel

Are you a passionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for a flexible part-time role? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting dedicated TAs to provide sickness cover across a variety of primary and secondary schools in the Fylde area.

Position Overview:

Role: Teaching Assistant – Sickness Cover

Days: 3 days per week (flexible to your availability)

Location: Various schools across the Fylde (including Lytham, St Annes, Kirkham, and surrounding areas)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Ongoing supply

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in different school environments and values flexibility in their working week. Whether you’re seeking varied classroom experience or a better work-life balance, this role could be ideal.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support teaching staff with day-to-day classroom activities
2. Deliver 1:1 or small group interventions where required
3. Provide consistent and professional cover across different schools
4. Adapt quickly to new environments and follow school policies

What We’re Looking For:

1. Previous experience working with children or young people in a school or similar setting
2. A flexible, proactive and positive attitude
3. Strong communication skills and confidence managing behaviour
4. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

1. Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
2. Flexible work tailored to your schedule
3. Access to ongoing training and development courses
4. Dedicated local consultant for ongoing support and placements

If you're a reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant based in the Fylde, ready to take on a flexible 3-day-a-week role, apply now or contact Olivia on 01772 386968 or [emailprotected]

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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