EAL Teaching Assistant (Primary School)
- Teaching Assistant
- Burnley
- Full Time
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Job Vacancy: EAL Teaching Assistant (Primary School)
Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time (school hours, term time)
Start Date: May 2025
Salary: £13.75 - £15 per hour
We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school team and provide targeted support for pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL).
About the Role:
As an EAL Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping children who are new to English or developing their proficiency. You’ll work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and EAL Coordinator to deliver tailored support—both in-class and through small group or 1:1 interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support EAL pupils in accessing the curriculum and improving their English language skills
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Develop and deliver engaging language-based activities
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Assist in creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment
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Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff
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Help build pupils’ confidence and participation in school life
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience working with EAL pupils or has a strong interest in language development
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Demonstrates excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity
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Is patient, flexible and passionate about supporting children’s learning
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Can work effectively as part of a supportive team
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Holds relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant Certificate) – desirable but not essential
In return, we offer:
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A friendly and inclusive school community
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Opportunities for professional development and training
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A supportive consultant, contactable throughout the week
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A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
How to Apply:
Please send your CV outlining your experience and one of our dedicated Recrutiment Consultants will be in touch.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required.
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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