Unqualified Teaching Assitant

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Preston

Location: Preston
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Pay: Competitive hourly rate, depending on experience
Are you passionate about supporting children and looking to start a rewarding career in education?
Spencer Clarke Group are working with a number of primary schools across Preston who are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Unqualified Teaching Assistants to join their teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in a school setting. You do not need to hold a formal Teaching Assistant qualification. We are keen to speak with people who have the right attitude, a genuine interest in supporting children and transferable experience from roles such as childcare, youth work, sports coaching, care, tutoring or support work.

The Role

You will work alongside the class teacher to support pupils across the school day. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting children with classroom activities
• Working with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Helping children remain engaged with their learning
• Supporting pupils with additional needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and confidence
• Assisting with activities, interventions and general classroom routines

We Are Looking For

• A positive, patient and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Reliability and a willingness to learn
• Experience working with children or vulnerable people is beneficial but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience, with the potential to progress into a long-term or permanent role.
Apply today to speak with our Primary Education team about Teaching Assistant opportunities across Preston.
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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