At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school pupils in their learning and development.
- Company: Join a caring team dedicated to nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and free training opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
Teaching Assistants Needed – Accrington Primary Schools
Location: Accrington & surrounding areas
Setting: Primary Schools
Hours: Full-time & Part-time opportunities
Roles: Day-to-day, short-term & long-term placements
Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a primary school? Due to increasing demand from our local schools, we are looking for reliable, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across Accrington and the surrounding areas. Whether you're looking for flexible work around your existing commitments or hoping to secure a long-term position in one school, we’d love to hear from you!
The roles could include:
- Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
- Providing 1:1 support for individual pupils
- Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
- Delivering small-group interventions
- Supporting pupils with their literacy, numeracy and phonics
- Helping children to develop their confidence and independence
- Supporting with classroom activities and lesson preparation
- Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
- Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Have experience working with children or young people
- Have experience within a primary school or similar setting
- Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification, or have suitable experience
- Are patient, nurturing and enthusiastic
- Are confident supporting children with varying needs and abilities
- Are looking for work in Accrington and the surrounding area
Interested? If you’re a Teaching Assistant in or around Accrington and are available for work, apply today! 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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Primary School Support Staff Needed - Accrington employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
