Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for Teaching Assistants in the Rossendale Valley, with roles starting in September. The school is seeking candidates for EYFS and SEN Teaching Assistant positions, both requiring a good understanding of children's educational needs.

Successful applicants will be practical, hands-on individuals who can build positive relationships with students and staff, providing essential support in both classroom environments. Ideal for those with school-based experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school setting is ideal.
• Must be reliable, calm, and approachable.
• Should have some understanding of EYFS or SEN.

Responsibilities

• Support children in Early Years classroom activities.
• Assist pupils with additional needs in accessing their learning.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to build positive relationships

Understanding of EYFS or SEN

Reliability and calmness

Job description

Teaching Assistants - Rossendale Valley

2 Roles Available | September Start

We're working with a primary school in the Rossendale Valley who are looking to appoint two Teaching Assistants to join them in September.

The school has two vacancies:

• EYFS Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant

They're open to speaking with candidates who have experience in either area and are looking for people who can come in and support the day‑to‑day running of the classroom.

About the Roles

EYFS Teaching Assistant: This role will involve working alongside the class teacher to support children in Early Years. You'll be helping with classroom activities, encouraging engagement and supporting children as they settle into school life.

SEN Teaching Assistant: In this role, you'll be supporting pupils with additional needs, either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. The focus will be on helping pupils access learning and supporting their development in a consistent and patient way.

The School Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children (school-based experience is ideal)
• Is reliable, calm and approachable
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Is willing to get involved and support where needed
• Has some understanding of EYFS or SEN (depending on the role)

These roles would suit someone who is practical, hands‑on and enjoys working as part of a team.

If you're interested in either position, or want to find out a bit more about the roles, feel free to get in touch.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'