Teaching Assistant – Blackburn Summer Term | Potential Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Pay Rate: £14.30–£16.00 per hour Mainstream Primary School A welcoming mainstream primary school in Blackburn is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team for the summer term, with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. This position is ideal for a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified TA who is passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and helping them thrive in a nurturing learning environment. What the role involves Working with small groups of pupils with SEND to provide targeted academic and pastoral support. Delivering phonics interventions to help pupils develop early reading skills. Supporting numeracy sessions and helping pupils build confidence in key mathematical concepts. Assisting the class teacher in creating an inclusive, engaging, and well-structured learning environment. Contributing to pupil progress through tailored support and consistent encouragement. Drawing on previous classroom experience to adapt to the needs of individual learners. What the school is looking for A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. Experience supporting pupils in a primary classroom setting (beneficial but not essential). A patient, proactive, and compassionate approach to working with children. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. A commitment to helping pupils with SEND achieve their full potential. Why this role could be a great fit This is a valuable opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive school community. With the potential for the role to become permanent, it offers stability, professional growth, and the chance to build strong relationships with pupils and staff. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and support pupils who truly benefit from your skills, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Teaching Assistant position in Blackburn. 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.