Year 5 Teaching Assistant — Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Burnley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Year 5 class on a full-time, term-time basis. Hours 8:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday, starting 2 November 2026.

You will support whole-class learning, work with small groups, assist with lesson prep, and help create a positive, inclusive classroom. Experience with primary pupils and a TA qualification are desirable. The role initially runs until July 2027 with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable).
• Able to support learning across Year 5 curriculum.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support whole-class learning and small groups.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Encourage pupil engagement and positive behaviour.
• Support children's social and emotional development.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Adaptable

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Burnley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Year 5 class on a full-time, term-time basis. Hours 8:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday, starting 2 November 2026.

You will support whole-class learning, work with small groups, assist with lesson prep, and help create a positive, inclusive classroom. Experience with primary pupils and a TA qualification are desirable. The role initially runs until July 2027 with potential extension.