Teaching Asisstant

Prospero Teaching; Rishton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a Blackburn school. You will work alongside experienced teachers to support pupils aged 11-18, helping them engage with learning and promoting positive behaviour.

The role offers a long-term placement through July 2027 with a full-time schedule and a daily rate of GBP100. A supportive environment emphasizes nurturing growth for staff and students alike.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a 2:2 degree or above, or prior Teaching Assistant experience.
• Experience working with young people through coaching, mentoring, tutoring or similar settings.
• UK school experience is desirable; safeguarding training within 12 months is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 11–18 in learning activities and tasks.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, respectful classroom environment.
• Assist experienced teachers with classroom duties and pupil engagement.
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive school atmosphere that helps students thrive.

Skills

TA experience

Youth work

Coaching

Mentoring

Tutoring

UK school experience

Safeguarding training

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

FULL TIME, UNTIL JULY 2027 STARTING IMMEDIATELY

We are working with a welcoming and supportive school in Blackburn that is looking to appoint five Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers and support students aged 11-18 in achieving their full potential. The successful candidates will play a key role in helping pupils engage with their learning, promoting positive behaviour, and contributing to a positive and inclusive school environment.

The school prides itself on creating a nurturing atmosphere where both staff and students are encouraged to thrive, develop, and achieve success.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location: Blackburn BB2
• Position: Teaching Assistant
• Type of Work: Long-term classroom support
• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: Until July 2027
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
• Minimum Rate of Pay: GBP100 per day
• Hours: 8:30am 4:00pm

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent Graduate with a 2:2 degree or above, or
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, or
• Experience working with young people through coaching, mentoring, tutoring, youth work, sports, or similar settings
• Previous experience working within a UK school is desirable
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training issued within the last 12 months (desirable)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references related to working with children or young people