Teaching Assistant - Mat cover

Teaching Personnel; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2+) for maternity cover starting September 2025. This full-time role involves supporting teaching and learning, collaborating with teachers, and contributing to a positive school environment. Experience and a proactive approach to children's development are essential for this role.

Benefits

Free child protection training

DBS check assistance

Qualifications

• Qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or above)
• Previous school-based experience required
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the school
• Assist pupils in achieving their full potential
• Work closely with class teachers

Skills

Good communication skills

Positive, proactive approach

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

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Teaching Assistant - Mat cover, Lancaster

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Teaching Personnel

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Lancaster, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Teaching Assistant (Level 2+) – Maternity Cover
Location: LA3, Lancaster
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Maternity Cover (Fixed-Term)
Working Hours: Full-time (term time only)

Are you a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant looking to join a friendly and supportive school community?

We are seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or above) to join our team from September 2025 to provide maternity cover. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with class teachers to assist pupils in achieving their full potential.

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or higher)

Previous school-based experience

A positive, proactive approach to supporting children’s learning and development

Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school committed to nurturing and inspiring every child. You’ll be welcomed into a collaborative environment with strong leadership and a shared dedication to high-quality education.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role. We encourage early applications as interviews may be held prior to the closing date.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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