Teaching Assistants & Education Support Staff Required
Job description
Teaching Assistants & Education Support Staff Required
Flexible Opportunities Across East Lancashire
Looking for a rewarding role in education that fits around your lifestyle?
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, admin support and aspiring Education Professionals to work in primary schools across East Lancashire, including Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington, Clitheroe, Nelson, Colne, and surrounding areas.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate looking to gain classroom experience, or someone seeking flexible work that fits around other commitments, we would love to hear from you.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
We understand that every candidate is different. That's why we offer opportunities tailored to your individual needs and career goals.
Flexible Working Options
- Full-time and part-time roles available
- Daily supply, short-term and long-term placements
- Work around childcare, studies, or other commitments
- Choose the days and locations that suit you
Gain Valuable Experience
If you're considering a future career in:
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- Speech & Language Therapy
- SEN Support
- Youth Work
- Social Work
We can help you gain valuable hands-on school experience in a supportive environment.
Career Development & Support
- Access to training and development courses
- Guidance from a dedicated local consultant
- Opportunities to secure permanent school positions
- Ongoing support throughout your placements
What Will You Be Doing?
Depending on the role, responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils in the classroom
- Working with small groups or on a 1:1 basis
- Helping children with additional needs
- Assisting teachers with lesson delivery
- Supporting pupil engagement and behaviour
- Creating a positive learning environment
We're Looking For
- Passion for supporting young people
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Previous education experience is desirable but not essential
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to travel to schools within East Lancashire
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible work opportunities
- Local placements
- Free & discounted CPD training
- Dedicated consultant support
Apply Today
Whether you're looking for regular work, occasional supply days, or your first step into education, Teaching Personnel can help find a role that works for you.
Join the UK's leading education recruitment agency and start making a difference in primary schools across East Lancashire.
Apply now to speak with our local team and discover the opportunities available near you.
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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