Year 3 Teaching Assistant
Location: Lancaster
Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-15:00
Contract: Term-time
Start Date: Immediate start, continuing into the next academic year
Advertised by: Sarah Maclachlan, Veritas Education
About the Role
Veritas Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 class at a friendly and supportive primary school in Lancaster. This is a long-term opportunity, starting immediately and continuing into the next academic year, for someone passionate about supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
Working with small groups of pupils to support learning across the curriculum
Providing behaviour management support in line with school policies
Supporting phonics sessions and early literacy development
Delivering targeted interventions to help pupils make progress
Providing one-to-one support where required, including pupils with additional needs
Supporting the class teacher with classroom activities and preparation
The Ideal Candidate
Experience working with children in a primary school setting (Year 3 / KS2 desirable)
Confidence in supporting behaviour management positively and consistently
Knowledge or experience of phonics and intervention programmes
Patient, caring, and able to build strong relationships with pupils
Reliable and able to commit to 09:00-15:00, Monday to Friday
Why Work with Veritas Education?
Competitive rates of pay, paid at TA2 grade
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Long-term placement with continuity into the next academic year
Access to professional development and training opportunities
Safeguarding
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Sarah Maclachlan - Veritas Education - Preston
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 interviewVeritas 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