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Unqualified Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Preston
Contract: Day to day cover
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role A primary school is seeking an Unqualified Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the classroom. This role is ideal for someone with support work–type experience who is looking to move into education. No formal TA qualification is required.

Key Responsibilities
Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis

Assist with behaviour, engagement, and emotional support

Support learning activities under teacher direction

Help pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and lunchtimes

Build positive relationships and act as a consistent role model

Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times

Essential Experience
Experience in a support worker, care, youth work, mentoring, or coaching role

Confident supporting children with behaviour or additional needs

Calm, patient, and reliable approach

Strong communication skills

Desirable (Not Essential)
Experience with SEND or SEMH