Teaching Assistant Opportunities – BB8 & Surrounding Areas
Join Teaching Personnel and support local primary schools across Colne, Nelson and the surrounding areas
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's education? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in a range of primary schools throughout BB8 and surrounding areas, including Colne, Trawden, Laneshaw Bridge, Foulridge, Brierfield, Nelson, Barrowford and neighbouring communities.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group intervention support.
- Support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and additional learning requirements.
- Encourage positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
- Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, childcare settings, sports coaching, youth work or similar roles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
- Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
- Flexible full-time, part-time and supply opportunities
- Long-term, short-term and permanent positions available
- Free CPD and accredited training courses
- Dedicated support from your local consultant
- Access to a wide network of schools across East Lancashire
- Opportunities to develop your career within education
The Benefits
Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to gain experience before pursuing a teaching career, Teaching Personnel can help you find the ideal role to match your skills and availability.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs 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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Primary Teaching Assistant Bb8 in Pendleton employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
