Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Blackburn; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for an Alternative Provision setting in Blackburn. The role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, assisting teachers, and fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion, calmness in challenges, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Holds a 'Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification' (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children or young people in an alternative provision or SEN setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

Skills

Compassion

Calmness

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Blackburn – Alternative Provision Setting
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:20am – 3:30pm, Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Salary: £13.75p/h
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team at an Alternative Provision setting in Blackburn. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to helping students re-engage with education and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being across the school day.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to progress tracking and feedback for student development.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Holds a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally in an alternative provision or SEN setting.
• Remains calm, compassionate, and confident in challenging situations.
• Works effectively as part of a committed and enthusiastic team.
• Is reliable, adaptable, and ready to make a real impact.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and Keira will be in touch within 48hours to discuss next steps.

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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