Job Description

Location: Preston, LancashireStart Date: 1st September

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Preston from 1st September. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated education professional who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development in a positive and inclusive environment.

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.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.

• 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.

If you are an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity from 1st September in a Primary School in Preston, 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

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.'