Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Healey; Vor Ort; GBP 19.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant at a mainstream primary school in Eccleston (PR7) to begin October 2026. This fixed term contract covers the full academic year, with hours 8:45am–3:15pm, Monday to Friday (term time only). Pay is £14.25–£16.50 per hour, paid weekly.

The role supports pupils across EYFS and KS1, assisting teachers, working with individuals and small groups, and helping to create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment.

Qualifikationen

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a UK mainstream classroom is essential.
• Patient, positive and nurturing approach to learning and behaviour.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Aufgaben

• Support pupils’ learning across EYFS and Key Stage 1.
• Assist class teachers with delivery of lessons and activities.
• Provide individual or small group support tailored to needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and foster relationships with pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress and engagement and report findings.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive learning environment.

Kenntnisse

UK mainstream classroom experience

Patience

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Training available for non-qualified

Jobbeschreibung

Job Advert: Teaching Assistant

Mainstream Primary School – Eccleston (PR7)
Start Date: Oct 2026
Contract: Fixed Term (Full Academic Year)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:15pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £14.25 - £16.50 per hour (paid weekly)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them achieve their full potential?

Do you enjoy working closely with children to foster confidence and progress in their learning?

The Head Teacher of a mainstream primary school in Eccleston (PR7) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from Oct 2026. This is a term-time-only position supporting pupils across EYFS and Key Stage 1.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across various subjects and activities. You will assist both individual children and small groups, helping to close gaps in learning and promote a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

You will be an important part of a nurturing school community where every child’s progress is recognised and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils’ learning across a range of curriculum areas in EYFS and Key Stage 1
• Assist class teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
• Provide individual or small group support tailored to pupils’ needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and build positive relationships with pupils
• Help monitor and report on pupil progress and engagement
• Support a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) – training available for anyone without this qualification
• Experience working in a UK mainstream classroom environment is essential
• Patience, positivity, and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

We Offer:

• Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s early 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.
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