LKS2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 35,728,056 - 37,608,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly working environment

Holiday pay included

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Burnley is seeking a Learning Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Years 3 and 4, contributing to their academic, social and emotional development. You will work closely with class teachers to create a positive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The role runs 8.30am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £14.25–£15 per hour. The successful candidate will have KS2 experience and a TA qualification or be willing to undertake training.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children in KS2.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Willingness to undertake appropriate training if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist pupils with varying learning needs, ensuring all children can access the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
• Help prepare and organise learning resources and classroom displays.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and pastoral development.
• Contribute to assessment and monitoring of pupil progress.
• Assist with educational visits, school activities, and extracurricular opportunities as required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals where appropriate.

Skills

KS2 Experience

Child development

Teamwork

Education

TA qualification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and nurturing Learning Key Stage 2 (LKS2) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and welcoming school community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children in Years 3 and 4, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development.

Working closely with class teachers and the wider school team, you will help create a positive and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive and achieve their potential.

Learning Key Stage 2 (LKS2) Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley
Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time
Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm
Start Date: 1st September 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist pupils with varying learning needs, ensuring all children can access the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
• Help prepare and organise learning resources and classroom displays.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and pastoral development.
• Contribute to assessment and monitoring of pupil progress.
• Assist with educational visits, school activities, and extracurricular opportunities as required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals where appropriate.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 2.
• Be passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, caring, and adaptable in their approach.
• Have a positive attitude and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Show a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or be willing to undertake appropriate training (desirable).

We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative team committed to school improvement.
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact every day.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV, outlining all your experience as a teaching assistant.

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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