Job Vacancy: Year 1 Teaching Assistant (TA2) – Full Time
Location: Burnley
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Year Group: Year 1
Role: Teaching Assistant (TA2)
Are you passionate about supporting young learners on their educational journey? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our vibrant and welcoming Year 1 team at a friendly primary school in Burnley.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant in Year 1, you will:
* Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson delivery
* Work one-to-one and in small groups with children to reinforce learning
* Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
* Assist with the planning and preparation of learning resources
* Contribute to the assessment and tracking of pupil progress
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
* Holds a relevant TA2 or equivalent qualification
* Has experience working with KS1 pupils (ideally Year 1)
* Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Shows patience, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to helping children succeed
Why Join Us?
* Supportive and collaborative staff team
* Opportunities for professional development
* A positive, inclusive, and nurturing school environment
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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