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Are you seeking a new challenge in a supportive, welcoming school environment where every day brings something different? Do you enjoy helping children reach their full potential and want to play a hands-on role in their academic and personal growth?
We're currently working with several fantastic primary schools in the PR2 area of Preston who are looking for enthusiastic KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistants to join their teams from September 2025. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys building strong relationships with pupils and staff, and wants to be part of a school where your input is truly valued.
Whether you're an experienced TA or returning to education after a break, these roles will allow you to build confidence, try new teaching approaches, and gain exposure to a range of age groups and classroom settings.
Benefits of working with Randstad:
- Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles.
- DBS and school application support.
- Consultant support to edit, draft and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with applications.
- A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed.
- A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work.
- Free career advice.
- Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system.
- Online Training and CPD training available.
- Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 available.
- Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE.
- Free Pension service: 'now pensions'.
Your Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant:
- Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning.
- Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues.
- Foster positive relationships with children and their families.
- Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists.
- Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and activity setup.
Responsibilities:
- Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards
- Provide assistance with lesson plans
- Support children across the curriculum
- Give extra support to children with special needs
- Help mark work
- Report student progress
- Help look after the children during school trips and activities
- Look after children that are unwell
- Attend meetings
- Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups.
- A positive attitude and effective communication skills.
Essential requirements:
- Experience working with young people
- Class management skills
- Comfortable managing challenging behaviour
- Able to engage with and motivate children
- TA Qualified
Randstad has established solid relationships with schools throughout Preston, granting us the privilege of creating exclusive partnerships to meet their diverse staffing needs. As a valued member of the Randstad community, you'll gain exclusive access to job opportunities in this area that others don't have, increasing the likelihood of finding the perfect role waiting for you. Our mission is to help you discover the one that aligns best with your aspirations.
If you believe this role suits you, don't hesitate to apply today!
For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at .
