Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Job Title: Full-Time Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools Location: Burnley Salary: £13.75 – £15 per hour (depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only About the Role: Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team and support primary schools in Burnley. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young learners. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, and help create an inclusive, engaging learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting pupils’ learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Assisting the class teacher with classroom management and preparation of learning materials. Delivering small group and 1:1 interventions to help children reach their full potential. Promoting positive behaviour and ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment. Encouraging pupil engagement, independence and confidence. Requirements: Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting (desirable). A patient, nurturing and proactive approach. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and development. An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel). What We Offer: A supportive consultant to guide you through the process. Access to ongoing professional development and training. Opportunities to work across a variety of primary schools. Competitive pay, paid weekly. How to Apply: If you are looking for a rewarding full-time role in education, we would love to hear from you! Apply today with your CV and a Teaching Personnel consultant will be in touch. 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