Teaching Assistants & Education Support Staff Required

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible work opportunities

Local placements

Free CPD training

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, admin support staff, and aspiring education professionals to work in primary schools across East Lancashire, including Burnley and surrounding areas.

Roles range from daily supply to long-term placements, with flexible days and locations to suit your commitments. Access to training and development, local consultant guidance, and potential permanent positions are offered.

Qualifications

• Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate looking to gain classroom experience, or someone seeking flexible work that fits around other commitments, we would love to hear from you.
• Previous education experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom
• Working with small groups or on a 1:1 basis
• Helping children with additional needs
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery
• Supporting pupil engagement and behaviour
• Creating a positive learning environment

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Looking for a rewarding role in education that fits around your lifestyle?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, admin support and aspiring Education Professionals to work in primary schools across East Lancashire, including Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington, Clitheroe, Nelson, Colne, and surrounding areas.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate looking to gain classroom experience, or someone seeking flexible work that fits around other commitments, we would love to hear from you.

We understand that every candidate is different. That's why we offer opportunities tailored to your individual needs and career goals.

• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Daily supply, short-term and long-term placements
• Work around childcare, studies, or other commitments
• Choose the days and locations that suit you

If you're considering a future career in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Speech & Language Therapy
• SEN Support
• Youth Work
• Social Work

We can help you gain valuable hands-on school experience in a supportive environment.

• Access to training and development courses
• Guidance from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities to secure permanent school positions
• Ongoing support throughout your placements

Depending on the role, responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils in the classroom
• Working with small groups or on a 1:1 basis
• Helping children with additional needs
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery
• Supporting pupil engagement and behaviour
• Creating a positive learning environment

• Passion for supporting young people
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Previous education experience is desirable but not essential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to travel to schools within East Lancashire

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible work opportunities
• Local placements
• Free or discounted CPD training
• Dedicated consultant support

Whether you're looking for regular work, occasional supply days, or your first step into education, Teaching Personnel can help find a role that works for you.

Join the UK's leading education recruitment agency and start making a difference in primary schools across East Lancashire.

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.
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