Teaching Assistant

KS2 Teaching Assistant (Intervention Support) Location: FY1, Blackpool Start Date: After October Half Term 2026 Contract: Until the end of the academic year Salary: Competitive rates of pay Agency: Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the FY1 area of Blackpool. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or an aspiring education professional looking to make a positive impact on pupils' learning and progress. The successful candidate will work across Key Stage 2, providing targeted intervention support to small groups and individual pupils. You will play an important role in helping children develop confidence, close learning gaps, and achieve their full potential. The Role

• Deliver targeted interventions in English, Maths, and other curriculum areas.
• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Work across different KS2 classes as required.
• Assist teachers in monitoring pupil progress and attainment.
• Promote a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting, ideally KS2.
• A passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• A proactive and flexible approach to working across different classes.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to gain valuable experience within a supportive school environment.
• Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' educational outcomes.

If you are a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website