Teaching Assistant (KS2 Interventions)

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (KS2 Interventions)
Location: Accrington, Lancashire
Contract: Full-time, school hours

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly primary school team in Accrington. This role will focus on delivering small group interventions in Key Stage 2, supporting children to achieve their full potential in core subjects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with class teachers to plan and deliver small group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and other areas as required.

• Provide targeted support to pupils to help close attainment gaps.

• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers.

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Support children’s social and emotional development alongside their academic progress.

Person Specification:

• Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school or KS2 setting.

• A patient, nurturing, and encouraging approach.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification) desirable but not essential.

We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• The chance to make a real difference in children’s education.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV outlining your experience.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.