Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Year 3 General Teaching Assistant for a maternity cover role starting in June 2025. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to support pupils' learning and development in a warm and welcoming primary school environment. You will assist the class teacher with daily activities, work closely with students of various abilities, and help manage the classroom effectively. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for CPD

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with primary-aged children, preferably in a classroom setting.
• A genuine passion for education and child development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a Year 3 class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Year 3 General Teaching Assistant – Maternity Cover
Location: FY4 Area, Blackpool
Start Date: June 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Contract Length: Maternity Cover (until at least Spring 2026)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school in the FY4 area of Blackpool to recruit a dedicated Year 3 General Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils' learning and development in Key Stage 2.

• Supporting a Year 3 class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities

• Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning

• Supporting pupils with a range of abilities, including those with additional needs

• Assisting with classroom management and resource preparation

• Full-time hours (Monday to Friday), term time only

• Recent experience working with primary-aged children, preferably in a classroom setting

• A genuine passion for education and child development

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel)

• Competitive weekly pay, paid through PAYE

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

• Opportunities for CPD and professional development

• A chance to make a real difference in a supportive school environment

If you're ready to take on a rewarding role supporting pupils in Year 3 and can commit from June 2025, we'd love to hear from you.

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.
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