Teaching Assistant. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Veritas Education Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency is seeking a Classroom Teaching Assistant for a Year 3 class in Blackburn. The role requires providing support to students with high SEN needs and collaborating closely with the teacher. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification and have experience working in a classroom setting. Interested applicants must have an Enhanced DBS check, professional references, and the legal right to work in the UK. This position is a long-term contract with immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a classroom setting.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support in a Year 3 class with high SEN needs.
• Work closely with the teacher to ensure pupils receive necessary help.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Caring and patient approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Classroom Teaching Assistant (Y3) – Blackburn

Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Long‑term

We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Year 3 class with high SEN needs. The successful candidate will provide general classroom support and work closely with the teacher to ensure all pupils receive the help they need.

Applicants must have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a classroom setting
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A caring and patient approach

Safeguarding & Application Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Professional references required
• Full employment history for the last 10 years (with explanations for gaps) required
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Willingness to attend a registration interview
• Where applicable, overseas police clearance required

About Us

Veritas Education works with schools across East Lancashire to provide teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to enhancing students' education by placing skilled and passionate professionals in schools where they are most needed.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

1. All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
2. Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
3. You must have legal right to work in the UK
4. 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.'