TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2

Lancashire County Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join a friendly school in Morecambe, working full-time in KS1 or KS2 according to your strengths. You will support lessons and welfare, helping to create a positive learning environment for all pupils.

You will assist in preparing materials, manage routines, and work closely with teachers and other staff to monitor student progress. Applicants should have experience in an educational setting, strong communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to student welfare and education.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with different age groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering daily lessons in KS1 or KS2.
• Support lead teacher with materials and activities.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and learning environment.
• Participate in welfare duties for one hour daily.
• Collaborate with staff to monitor student progress.

Skills

Teaching TA experience

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Student welfare

Flexibility

Job description

Location , LA4
Summary LTA are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant, working full-time in either KS1 or KS2, depending on your strengths. This role is based in a friendly and supportive school environment, where you will play a key role in the development and welfare of students.

Day-to-day of the role

• Assist in the delivery of daily lessons in either KS1 or KS2, depending on your preference and strengths. Please state your preference in your application.
• Support the lead teacher in preparing educational materials and classroom activities.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Participate in welfare duties for one hour each day, ensuring the safety and well-being of students during non-classroom times.
• Work closely with other staff members to implement educational programs and monitor student progress.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational role is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to student welfare and education.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with different age groups and learning needs.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.