Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Year 2 (Academic Support)
Central Preston | Full-Time | Term Time Only

We are seeking to appoint a committed and confident Teaching Assistant to work in a Year 2 class at a school in central Preston, supporting four children who are working below age-related expectations. This is a full-time, term-time only role starting ASAP and running until July 2026 (minimum, end of the academic year).

Working hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

The Headteacher is deeply committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential, and this role has been created as an additional staffing investment in Year 2 to provide targeted support and accelerate progress for these pupils.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

• Provide targeted academic support to four children in Year 2

• Support pupils in bridging gaps in learning across core subjects

• Deliver interventions and classroom support in line with the class teacher’s plans

• Work closely with the class teacher to monitor, record and discuss pupil progress

• Encourage confidence, engagement and independence in learning

• Support a positive and inclusive classroom environment

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has previous classroom or teaching assistant experience (essential)

• Is confident supporting children working below age-related expectations

• Has a good understanding of the KS1 curriculum and early learning progression

• Can communicate effectively and liaise closely with the class teacher

• Is patient, proactive and well organised

• Works well as part of a team

We Offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking school environment

• A role created specifically to make a meaningful impact on pupil outcomes

• Ongoing support from teaching staff and leadership

• A stable position through to the end of the academic year (minimum)

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

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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.
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