KS2 TEACHING ASSISTANT

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to join a Pendle primary school from September 2026. The role involves supporting learning across KS2, assisting the class teacher, and helping create an inclusive classroom environment.

The successful candidate will have prior primary school experience, a Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent), and strong communication skills. DBS checks and safeguarding adherence are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a primary school setting is required.
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 2 classes.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.

Skills

TA experience

Primary school

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Location , BB9

Summary We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Pendle from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the educational journey of pupils while working as part of a committed and friendly team.

Position Details

• Role: KS2 Teaching Assistant (TA2 or TA3)
• Location: Pendle, Lancashire
• Start Date: September 2026
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm

The Role

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 2 classes.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is motivated, reliable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a children's barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.