General Teaching Assistant

About this job

General Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Lancaster)

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 08:30-15:30 - Start Date Monday 23rd February 2026 until at least July 2026

Are you passionate about working with children and supporting their learning journey? A welcoming primary school in Lancaster is seeking a dedicated General Teaching Assistant to provide whole‑school support across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.

This role is ideal for:

• Teacher or Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to gain more classroom experience
• Teaching Assistants who want to broaden their skills across the primary phase

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of a Level 2 TA qualification (or above)
• Enthusiasm, resilience, and a genuine interest in supporting children's learning
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A flexible approach, as you may work across different year groups
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Your Role

• Providing learning support across the whole school
• Assisting class teachers with classroom activities and preparation
• Supporting pupils with varying needs to help them reach their potential
• Helping maintain a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Contributing to the wider school community and ethos

Hours & Contract

• 09:00-15:30, Monday to Friday
• Term‑time only
• Long‑term and immediate start available (depending on the school's needs)

For more information please call Sarah Maclachlan on 01772 84610 or email your CV to smaclachlan@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'