Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Accrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Accrington is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support learning in a KS2 classroom. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with children, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. This full-time, term-time position offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive school community.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive school community

Qualifications

• Experience preferably in KS2 education.
• Relevant qualifications in child support or education.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers and students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning alongside the class teacher.
• Provide interventions for individuals and small groups.
• Assist in creating an engaging classroom environment.
• Help manage classroom resources and preparation.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive attitude

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Assistant - KS2 Classroom

Location: Accrington
Contract: Full-time – Term time only
Start Date: January 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team in a Key Stage 2 classroom.

What you'll do

• Work closely with the class teacher to support pupils' learning.
• Provide one‑to‑one and small group interventions.
• Help create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom management and preparation of resources.

What we're looking for

• Experience working with children (preferably in KS2).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, patient, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent desirable).

Why join us

• Supportive and welcoming school community.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Make a real difference in children's education.

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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