Primary School Teaching Assistant - Inspire & Support

Marchant Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming primary school in Lancashire to recruit a Teaching Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on supporting learning, building confidence, and helping every child thrive within a positive classroom environment.

You will work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, support pupils individually and in small groups, and prepare resources while upholding safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience in a school setting is essential.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring, and encouraging approach with pupils.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and a proactive attitude.
• Understanding of classroom behaviour management and safeguarding.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to complete the required checks.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and well-organised classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils' participation, independence, and personal development.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils' behaviour and help maintain a focused, productive learning environment.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to the class teacher where appropriate.
• Promote pupils' wellbeing and follow the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming primary school in Lancashire to recruit a Teaching Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on supporting learning, building confidence, and helping every child thrive within a positive classroom environment.

You will work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, support pupils individually and in small groups, and prepare resources while upholding safeguarding policies.