Primary Teaching Assistant

Job Description

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Year 3 Teaching Assistant – September 2026 Start

We are seeking a dedicated Year 3 Teaching Assistant to provide general classroom support and work with small groups of pupils, delivering targeted interventions in core subjects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming primary school with excellent resources and a supportive team environment.

Role Details:

• Start Date: September 2026
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am – 3:30pm
• Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour
• Contract: Full-time, permanent

Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting is essential
• A relevant childcare qualification or Teaching Assistant Level 2 (or equivalent) is required

About the School: This is a Community Primary School located in the Fulwood area of Preston. The school is at the heart of its local community, with Senior Leaders who are highly respected by children, staff, and parents alike. The Head Teacher takes great pride in the school and the community it serves, creating a positive and inclusive environment for both pupils and staff.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly school environment
• Full training, including Safeguarding Children and Keeping Children Safe in Education
• Ongoing support to help you succeed in your role

If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development, we would love to hear from you.

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. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.