About this job Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Agency: Veritas Education Start Date: September 2026 onwards Salary: Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience)
Support, Inspire and Empower the Next Generation
Veritas Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to work in a variety of secondary schools across Blackburn from September onwards. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their academic and personal goals.
Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate considering a career in education, or someone with transferable experience working with young people, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Providing one-to-one and small group support to students.
- Assisting pupils with varying learning abilities and additional needs.
- Encouraging positive behaviour and active participation in lessons.
- Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Supporting students' social, emotional, and academic development.
- Working collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- Experience working with young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive, patient, and proactive approach.
- The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
- A genuine passion for education and student development.
- Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
What Veritas Education Offers
- Opportunities to work in a range of supportive secondary schools across Blackburn.
- Flexible day-to-day, short-term, and long-term assignments.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- The chance to gain valuable experience within secondary education.
Safeguarding Statement
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- 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
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
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