Impactful Teaching Assistant for 11-18 (Immediate Start)

Prospero Teaching; Rishton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a Blackburn school. You will work alongside experienced teachers to support pupils aged 11-18, helping them engage with learning and promoting positive behaviour.

The role offers a long-term placement through July 2027 with a full-time schedule and a daily rate of GBP100. A supportive environment emphasizes nurturing growth for staff and students alike.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a 2:2 degree or above, or prior Teaching Assistant experience.
• Experience working with young people through coaching, mentoring, tutoring or similar settings.
• UK school experience is desirable; safeguarding training within 12 months is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 11–18 in learning activities and tasks.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, respectful classroom environment.
• Assist experienced teachers with classroom duties and pupil engagement.
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive school atmosphere that helps students thrive.

Skills

TA experience

Youth work

Coaching

Mentoring

Tutoring

UK school experience

Safeguarding training

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a Blackburn school. You will work alongside experienced teachers to support pupils aged 11-18, helping them engage with learning and promoting positive behaviour.

The role offers a long-term placement through July 2027 with a full-time schedule and a daily rate of GBP100. A supportive environment emphasizes nurturing growth for staff and students alike.