Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Darwen

Location: Burnley
Pay Rate: £16.90 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Spencer Clarke Group is currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistant to support schools across Burnley.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience within education. Whether you are considering a future career in teaching or have experience working with children in settings such as sports coaching, youth work, childcare, or mentoring, this role could be the perfect next step.
The position is initially offered on a temporary basis, with the potential to become a permanent role for the right candidate.

About the Role

As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils achieve their full potential. You will play a key role in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment, supporting both academic progress and personal development.
You may be required to support pupils on a one-to-one basis, work with small groups, or assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in the delivery of lessons and classroom activities.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assisting pupils who may require additional support with their educational and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Preparing and organising classroom resources and learning materials.
• Supervising pupils during classroom activities, break times, and educational visits where required.
• Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) where appropriate.
• Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at all times.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, adaptable, and positive approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A willingness to learn and develop within an educational setting.
• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Spencer Clarke Group.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £16.90 per hour.
• Flexible temporary opportunities with the potential to secure a permanent position.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant at Spencer Clarke Group.
• Access to a range of local schools and educational settings.
• Valuable classroom experience and opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils' learning and development.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to start or develop your career within education, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with Spencer Clarke Group and take the next step in your education career.

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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