Teaching assistant Job at Randstad (Preston)

Teaching assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Preston

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Step into the Role of a Teaching Assistant in Preston! Are you a Level 2 or 3 qualified Teaching Assistant with primary classroom experience? Are you ready to explore new schools, build connections, and advance your teaching career? We're seeking passionate individuals to join our team and support the growth and development of primary students. This flexible position offers a variety of responsibilities, from general tasks like monitoring attendance, facilitating reading and writing sessions with small groups, and overseeing break times, to providing focused support for students with additional needs or offering one-on-one guidance. Your assignments will be tailored to your preferences and experience, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding role in education. This opportunity starts in March 2026.

Job Responsibility:

Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning
Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues
Foster positive relationships with children and their families
Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists
Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and activity setup
Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards
Provide assistance with lesson plans
Support children across the curriculum
Give extra support to children with special needs
Help mark work
Report student progress
Help look after the children during school trips and activities
Look after children that are unwell
Attend meetings
Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups
A positive attitude and effective communication skills

Requirements:

Experience working with young people
Class management skills
Comfortable managing challenging behaviour
Able to engage with and motivate children
TA Qualified

Nice to have:

communication
empathy
EYFS experience (foundation years)
good classroom management
knowledge of curriculum
teaching assistant experience
years 1-6 experience
CACHE level 1 or 2
CACHE level 2 or 3
early childhood studies degree
health and social care experience
health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
HLTA

What we offer:

Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles
DBS and school application support
Consultant support to edit, draft and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with applications
A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed
A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work
Free career advice
Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system
Online Training and CPD training available
Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 available
Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE
Free Pension service: 'now pensions'
training and education
E-Learning Courses

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Expiration:
April 04, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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