Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Opportunities – Lancaster & Wyre

Start After October Half Term | Long-Term & Short-Term Roles | Full-Time & Part-Time

Looking for a rewarding role in education?

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and Classroom Support Staff to work in primary schools across Lancaster and Wyre.

These are primarily long-term positions alongside some short-term positions, offering consistent work and the opportunity to become a valued member of a school team. Roles are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, including supporting children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language needs, and additional learning needs.

The Role

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Assisting teachers with classroom learning
Supporting children with SEN and additional needs
Encouraging positive behaviour and pupil engagement
Helping children achieve their academic and personal goals

We Are Looking For

Experience working with children is preferred
Passion for education and supporting young people
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Patient, caring and adaptable individuals
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
Experience may come from schools, nurseries, childcare, tutoring, youth work, sports coaching, care settings, mentoring, or similar child-focused roles.

What We Offer

✅ Competitive weekly pay

✅ Long-term school placements

✅ Free CPD and training opportunities

✅ Dedicated consultant support

✅ Opportunities for permanent employment

Apply Today

If you're looking to gain valuable school-based experience and make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for Teaching Assistant opportunities across Lancaster and Wyre starting after October Half Term.

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.

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