Job Opportunity: Year 1 Teaching Assistant 🌟
📍 Location: Blackburn with Darwen
📅 Start Date: 10th November 2025
📚 Full-time | Term-time only | Temporary with potential to extend
Are you passionate about supporting young learners in their early education journey? We are a large, vibrant, and inclusive primary school in Blackburn with Darwen seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join our team.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant in our Year 1 class, you will:
Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative lessons.
Work with small groups and individual pupils to boost learning and confidence.
Help create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.
Assist with classroom management and the preparation of learning materials.
Contribute to the wider school community and uphold our values.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience working with children in a primary school setting (preferably KS1).
Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
Is enthusiastic, patient, and committed to supporting children's development.
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils.
Has a good understanding of the Year 1 curriculum and phonics (Read Write Inc. experience is a plus).
We Offer:
A welcoming and supportive school community.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A well-resourced learning environment.
A chance to make a real difference in children's lives.📝 Application Deadline: 10/11/2025
📧 To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to (url removed).
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references