Primary Teaching Assistant: Long-Term Roles & Growth Path

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD training

Dedicated consultant support

Ongoing professional development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking Teaching Assistants to join school support teams in Bury. You will work across classrooms on long-term placements, helping pupils in small groups and individually as needed. Roles are full-time, term-time, with potential to progress to permanent positions.

Starting in November, the positions offer weekly pay (£470–£570) based on experience. You will support lesson delivery, encourage positive behavior and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children in school or similar setting.
• 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 an inclusive classroom.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience and reliability

Communication skills

Confidence with diverse needs

Willingness to learn

Job description

Empowering Learning is seeking Teaching Assistants to join school support teams in Bury. You will work across classrooms on long-term placements, helping pupils in small groups and individually as needed. Roles are full-time, term-time, with potential to progress to permanent positions.

Starting in November, the positions offer weekly pay (£470–£570) based on experience. You will support lesson delivery, encourage positive behavior and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.