Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Darwen Contract Type: Temp to Perm – Starting ASAP Pay Rate: £14.25 – £16.00 per hour Setting: Mainstream Primary School About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant in Darwen to support pupils within a mainstream primary school. This role is available immediately and offers a temp‑to‑perm pathway for the right candidate. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting learning, behaviour, and pupil wellbeing, working alongside experienced teaching staff to deliver high‑quality education. Key Responsibilities Supporting learning in whole‑class, group, and 1:1 settings Assisting pupils with academic and social development Helping to maintain a safe and structured classroom environment Working collaboratively with teachers and school staff Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required Requirements Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a school environment A positive, nurturing, and flexible approach Strong understanding of primary education Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare What’s on Offer Hourly pay between £14.25 – £16.00 Long‑term opportunity with potential permanent placement Continued professional support and guidance Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a primary setting If you are a Teaching Assistant in Darwen seeking a rewarding temp‑to‑perm role, apply now to start your journey in a fantastic primary school setting. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.