Un Qualified Teaching Assistant Blackburn

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Specialist Provisions

Location: Blackburn and surrounding areas
Pay: £109.85 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, term-time only
Position: Supply
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, reliable and compassionate Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work within specialist educational provisions across Blackburn and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference to their education, development and well being.

You will work alongside experienced teaching staff, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping to create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required, but a genuine interest in working with and supporting young people with additional needs is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils within the classroom.

Support children and young people with a range of additional needs.

Assist pupils with their learning, communication and social development.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning.

Support pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural needs.

Assist teachers with classroom activities and tailored learning tasks.

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.

Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupils to reach their potential.

Essential Requirements

A genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs.

Previous personal or professional experience supporting individuals with additional needs is desirable.

A patient, caring, resilient and adaptable approach.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

An Enhanced DBS check for the Children's Workforce, registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to pay £50 to apply for one and register it on the Update Service.

Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, during term time.

What We Offer

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Blackburn

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English