General Classroom Teaching Assistant
Job description
General Classroom Teaching Assistant – KS1
Location: Longridge, Preston (PR3)
Start Date: April 2026
Hours: Full Time, Monday–Friday, 8:45am–3:30pm
Pay Rate: £14.30 per hour (competitive)
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young learners?
A warm and welcoming Primary School in the Longridge area of Preston (PR3) is seeking a dedicated KS1 General Classroom Teaching Assistant to join their team from April 2026.
About the Role
You will be working within a Key Stage 1 classroom, supporting the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and helping pupils to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This is a full-time, long-term position suited to someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and confident working with younger primary-aged children.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing in-class support to the teacher and pupils
- Delivering small-group interventions where required
- Assisting with classroom organisation and learning resources
- Supporting the learning and welfare of all children
- Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
Requirements
- Essential: Experience working within a Primary School setting
- Previous KS1 experience desirable but not essential
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine desire to support children's learning and development
- Ability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:45am–3:30pm
Why Apply?
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.30
- Supportive school environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a KS1 classroom
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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