Teaching Assistant - Burnley

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

CPD and training opportunities

Welcoming and supportive school

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Burnley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a full-time, fixed-term position until the end of the academic year, with a potential temp-to-perm opportunity.

You will support learning across the classroom, work with small groups and individuals, and collaborate with teachers and parents to foster a positive learning environment. The role offers weekly pay and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, plus access to CPD and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is desirable.
• Teaching Assistant qualification is an advantage but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Patient, proactive and nurturing approach to supporting pupils.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to provide targeted support.
• Assisting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Helping prepare classroom resources and activities.
• Supporting the social and emotional development of pupils.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and parents where required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient and proactive approach

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Burnley

Full-Time | Immediate Start / ASAP | Fixed Term Until End of Academic Year | Potential Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Burnley? We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis until the end of the academic year, with the potential to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' learning and development both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with class teachers to create a positive learning environment and help pupils reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to provide targeted support.
• Assisting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Helping prepare classroom resources and activities.
• Supporting the social and emotional development of pupils.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and parents where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in a school setting is desirable.
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, proactive, and nurturing approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Full-time work until the end of the academic year.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent role within the school.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• A welcoming and supportive school environment.