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General Teaching Assistant - Blackburn

Job details
Posting date: 02 March 2026
Salary: £90 to £95 per day
Additional salary information: PAYE, Referral Bonus
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 March 2026
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2DP
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Randstad Education
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: PR-1493445_1772453792

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Summary

Are you a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a vibrant Blackburn school starting in March 2026? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 (Year 6) General Teaching Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behaviour management and experience working with children who have SEN. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a special school as a Teaching Assistant, specifically catering to Key Stage 2 students.

The role entails providing general support within the classroom setting. A minimum Level 2 qualification is required for this full-time position, which operates five days a week from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm.

The successful candidate must have experience working in KS2 and providing personalised support to individual students. You should be committed, reliable, and demonstrate high attendance. Flexibility and adaptability to the child's needs, likes, and interests are essential. Experience in tailoring content to meet individual needs and incorporating their preferences to motivate and engage them will be highly beneficial.

These are some of your exciting Benefits: * Continuous career development opportunities.

  • Your own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application process.

  • Free accredited training, both online and on-site.

  • Weekly pay and competitive daily rates.

  • Local parking and Public Transport nearby.

  • Support from an exciting network of Primary Schools.

  • Access to free CPD.

  • Support from your dedicated consultant who specialises in Primary Education.

  • CV and application support.

  • Refer a friend Scheme with a reward of £300 love 2 shop vouchers.

Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant involve:

  • Reading, writing and SPAG support.

  • Adjusting or breaking down activities to support participation and understanding.

  • Developing a supportive relationship with the child that promotes self-esteem and confidence.

  • Developing knowledge and understanding of the specific academic, physical, emotional and behavioural needs of the child and responding to them effectively.

  • Liaising with the Teacher and SENCO about the development and support needed at home and in school for the child.

  • Providing whole class, small group and 1:1 support.

  • Monitoring and maintaining records of the pupil's progress.

  • Assisting with general school duties which may include setting up classrooms, preparing resources and displays.

  • Supervision of children during lunch times and during entry/exit of school premises.

Requirements:

  • Enhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to acquire a new one.

  • Eligibility to work in the UK (please note that sponsorship is unavailable for this role).

  • Preferred previous experience in educational settings, particularly schools.

  • Provision of two recent professional references.

  • Experience working with young people and class management skills.

  • Comfortable managing challenging behaviour.

  • Able to engage with and motivate children.

  • TA Qualified.

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If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity, send your CV today as we would love to discuss it with you!

For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.

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