TEACHING ASSISTANT TA2

Ref

202491

Number of Posts

1

Grade

Grade 4/5.

Salary

£26016 to £ 29071

Term

Part-time.

Perm / FTC

Fixed Term Contract.

Required

(Oct 2026 ) .

Closing Date

30/10/2026.

Location

, PR4

Summary

We are seeking a Part-Time Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in South Ribble, Preston. This role offers flexibility in the morning, working with various year groups as needed, and consistent support in Year 2 during the afternoon. It is perfect for someone adaptable and eager to make a positive impact on students' educational experiences.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide flexible support in the mornings across different year groups, depending on the school's daily needs.

• Assist Year 2 students in the afternoon with their educational activities and classroom management.

• Engage in welfare duties, ensuring the well-being and safety of students throughout the day.

• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement effective learning strategies and activities.

• Help maintain a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

  Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant, with the ability to adapt to different educational settings and year groups.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents.

• A commitment to supporting the diverse needs of students and aiding in their educational development.

• Enthusiastic about professional growth and learning best practices in education.

• A patient and proactive approach to educational support.

  Benefits:

• Competitive salary for part-time hours.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Work-life balance with fixed working days.

  Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.