General Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Nelson; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team in Nelson, United Kingdom. You will assist teachers, support learners, and help create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a patient, flexible approach. This is a full-time role with a daytime schedule and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational, childcare or youth work settings.
• Positive, patient and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lesson delivery.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence.
• Prepare learning resources and classroom displays.
• Assist with managing classroom behaviour.
• Support pupils with varying needs and during breaks/visits.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with children

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Childcare qualifications desirable

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and committed to helping children reach their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging lessons, assist pupils with their learning and development, and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

General Teaching Assistant

Location: Nelson
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: Monday 4th January 2027 or ASAP

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Assist in the preparation of learning resources and classroom displays.
• Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Support pupils with varying learning abilities and additional needs where required.
• Supervise pupils during break times, school activities, and educational visits.
• Promote the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children in an educational, childcare, or youth work setting.
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference to children's educational journeys.
• Dedicated support from experienced education professionals.

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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