Primary Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Roles + CPD

Empowering Learning Ltd; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD training including Safeguard/

Dedicated consultant support

Ongoing professional development

Referral bonus £150

Job summary

Empowering Learning is recruiting Teaching Assistants to join school support teams in the Bury area. You'll work across primary settings on long-term placements, supporting pupils in class and in small groups, with the potential to move to permanent roles.

Roles are full-time, term-time, with weekly pay between £470 and £570 based on experience. A consultant will match you to a school that suits your skills, creating a clear pathway into education, special needs, or teacher training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• A patient, caring and reliable approach.
• Good communication skills and a team-first attitude.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of needs.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn (full support provided).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in class, in small groups and occasionally one-to-one.
• Help children stay focused, confident and engaged in their learning.
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver lesson plans and activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help create a happy, inclusive classroom.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.

Skills

Previous experience with children

Patience & reliability

Good communication

Team player

Confidence with diverse needs

Enthusiasm to learn

Job description

Empowering Learning is recruiting Teaching Assistants to join school support teams in the Bury area. You'll work across primary settings on long-term placements, supporting pupils in class and in small groups, with the potential to move to permanent roles.

Roles are full-time, term-time, with weekly pay between £470 and £570 based on experience. A consultant will match you to a school that suits your skills, creating a clear pathway into education, special needs, or teacher training.