The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to deliver high-quality support across the curriculum, helping pupils to achieve their full academic, social, and emotional potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
- Provide targeted intervention support to raise attainment and progress.
- Support pupils with varying learning needs, including those requiring additional support.
- Assist with classroom preparation, organisation, and resource management.
- Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Encourage positive behaviour and promote an inclusive learning environment.
- Support the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and participate in school activities where required.
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Previous experience working within a Primary School setting.
- Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Desirable Requirements
- Experience delivering interventions in literacy and numeracy.
- Experience supporting children with additional learning needs.
- Knowledge of phonics programmes and primary assessment frameworks.
- First Aid qualification.
What We Offer
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Supportive and welcoming school environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils' educational journeys.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity from 1st September in a Primary School in Blackpool, we'd love to hear from you. Join a committed school team and play a key role in helping young learners thrive and succeed.
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
