Average Teaching Assistant salary in Preston, Lancashire

Teaching Assistant - Specialist Provision Location: LeylandStart Date: ASAPPay: £107 - £115 per day (dependent on experience)Hours: 08:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to FridayContract: Term Time Only We are currently recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant to work within specialist education provisions in the Leyland area. This role involves supporting primary and secondary aged students with additional needs, providing tailored support to help them access learning and thrive within the school environment. The Role: Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting the class teacher with differentiated learning activities Supporting pupils with additional needs, including behavioural, emotional and learning needs Helping to implement individual education and behaviour plans Creating a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment Requirements: Previous experience working within specialist provisions is essential Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs Minimum of 24 months employment history, with no significant gaps Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child Workforce), or willingness to apply and pay for one Reliable, adaptable and passionate about supporting student development What We Offer: Competitive daily pay based on experience ASAP start available Term-time only hours offering excellent work-life balance Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within specialist education, we would love to hear from you. 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. We offer a market leading referral scheme, so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Jamie Heath on remembering to include your details as well. *T's & C's apply.

Graduate Teaching AssistantFULL TIME, UNTIL JULY 2026 - STARTING JANUARY 2026A Good rated school in Salford is seeking a graduate, preferably in the core subjects (English, Maths or Science), to support learners with SEND and those who are struggling to reach their potential, across the curriculum. This role would be ideal for someone considering teacher training for September 2026. You will provide in-class academic support, 1:1 intervention and mentoring outside the classroom, as well as some behaviour support. This is a full-time role and will run until July 2026.Standards are high and the young people in the school are supported from day one with a uniform approach by teachers and support staff, and a calm, positive environment is noticed from the moment you enter the school. Our client enjoys a strong reputation with regards to inclusion of SEND and SEMH students and is proud of the standards they set.You will be responsible for supporting young learners in a variety of secondary subjects, including Maths, English, Science and Humanities. This role, due to the nature of the students, lends itself to graduates considering teacher training in a secondary setting as you will obtain a sound understanding of the full curriculum.CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS Location SalfordPosition Graduate Teaching AssistantType of work Long term non-teaching coverStart date January 2026Duration / Likely Duration July 2026End date (if applicable) July 2026Contract type - TemporaryFull time/part time FullMinimum rate of pay - GBP95/dayHours 8:30am to 3:30pm EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Recent Graduate, with a 2:2 or higher.Previous experience working in a UK school is desirable, but not essential.Experience working with young people in either a voluntary or professional capacity essential.Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year or willingness to complete Prospero's online Safeguarding Training. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UKHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new applicationProvide two professional child related references If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. IND-TA

Teaching Assistants Tradewind are seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Flexible Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in local Chorley and Leyland schools. Roles include full-time, part-time, and day-to-day positions, offering flexibility to suit your schedule. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll: Provide tailored support to children with SEN, aiding their social and academic development through 1:1 and small group sessions.Collaborate with teachers, fellow assistants, and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.Assist with behaviour management both in the classroom and throughout the school environment. Requirements: Previous experience in an educational setting.Preferably, experience working with individuals with SEN.A comprehensive educational and employment background.Availability for a minimum of two days per week.Demonstrated flexibility. Essential requirements: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parentsEnhanced DBS on the Update Service and a right to work in the UK To apply for the Flexible Teaching Assistant role in Primary Schools, click 'Apply Now' and submit your updated CV. For further details, reach out to Lindsey at or email: . The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment; Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National CollegeYour flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to youYour wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer