KS2 Teaching Assistant in Blackburn

KS2 Teaching Assistant in Blackburn

• Location: Blackburn
• Key Stage 2
• September start
• Temporary with a possibility of gaining a permanent contract following a successful period of probation
• Full-time

A primary school situated on the outskirts of Blackburn have approached Teaching Personnel, the UK's leading supply agency, for help with the recruitment of a Teaching Assistant with recent Key Stage 2 experience to begin work on a full-time basis from September, once the necessary vetting checks are complete.

The Role…

The successful candidate will be based in a Lower Key Stage 2 class. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing lesson resources
• Carrying out administrative tasks
• Supporting small groups of children during lessons
• Creating displays
• Assisting the Class Teacher in the management of behaviour
• Delivering interventions

You will be appointed on a full-time basis (8:30 - 3:30, Mon - Fri) on a temporary contract from September until the end of the academic year, with a possibility of gaining a permanent contract following a successful period of probation.

The School…

The primary school in which this Teaching Assistant vacancy is situated is located on the outskirts of Blackburn. The school has consistently been graded 'GOOD' by Ofsted. Staff members are committed to fostering high expectations encouraging each child to be the best that they can be, developing their confidence to enable to become self-assured learners. Behaviour in the school is good; pupils are polite, courteous and helpful, and they greatly value their teachers. Pupils also relish the good opportunities they have to show responsibility.

The Successful Candidate…

To be successful in your application for this role, you must have:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above
• Recent experience working alongside pupils in Key Stage 2