Are you a Level 2 or 3 qualified Teaching Assistant? Do you have primary classroom experience? Are you seeking the opportunity to meet new schools, make connections and move forward in your teaching career? Lastly, are you available to start from January 2026?
If youre passionate, dedicated, and understand the importance of Primary Education, join us as a Teaching Assistant today We are currently recruiting for a selection of Primary Schools in Garstang. We have opportunities for both KS1 and KS2, offering both long:term and short:term positions based on your availability and preference.
We are looking for someone who is able to support general classroom duties and responsibilities, such as register, reading and writing with small groups, break and lunch time support, journals, preparing activities and resources and supporting the teacher where needed.
This is an excellent chance to enhance your classroom management skills, gain experience in diverse settings, and explore various curriculums and schemes across schools. Historically, supply work has proven successful in skill development, paving the way for long:term and permanent roles.
Seize this fantastic opportunity to contribute to education and advance your career.
Benefits of working with Randstad:
* Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles.
* DBS and school application support.
* Consultant support to edit, draft and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with applications.
* A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed.
* A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work.
* Free career advice.
* Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system.
* Online Training and CPD training available.
* Safeguarding Level 1 and 2 available.
* Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE.
* Free Pension service: now pensions.
Your Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant:
* Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning.
* Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues.
* Foster positive relationships with children and their families.
* Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists.
* Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and activity setup.
Responsibilities:
* Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards
* Provide assistance with lesson plans
* Support children across the curriculum
* Give extra support to children with special needs
* Help mark work
* Report student progress
* Help look after the children during school trips and activities
* Look after children that are unwell
* Attend meetings
* Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups.
* A positive attitude and effective communication skills.
Essential requirements:
* Experience working with young people
* Class management skills
* Comfortable managing challenging behaviour
* Able to engage with and motivate children
* TA Qualified
Randstad has established solid relationships with schools throughout Preston, granting us the privilege of creating exclusive partnerships to meet their diverse staffing needs. As a valued member of the Randstad community, youll gain exclusive access to job opportunities in this area that others dont have, increasing the likelihood of finding the perfect role waiting for you. Our mission is to help you discover the one that aligns best with your aspirations.
If you believe this role suits you, dont hesitate today
For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career, Jessica Verndet at