Teaching Assistant (Level 3) – Maternity Cover
Crosshill School
Location: Crosshill School, Salisbury Road, Darwen, BB3 1HZ
Job details
Salary Grade E, SCP 9-15, Actual Salary: £20,591 to £22,683 per annum
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Level 3) – Maternity Cover
Grade/Salary: Grade E, SCP 9-15, Actual Salary: £20,591 to £22,683 per annum
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/08/2027
Contract Terms: 32.5 hours, Part Time, Term Time + 5 days
Closing Date: Tuesday, 14th July 2026
Required From: Tuesday, 1st September 2026
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We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to support teachers in the full planning cycle and classroom delivery. The role involves working both during and beyond school hours to enrich curriculum learning and ensure all pupils can access educational opportunities.
The successful candidate will provide tailored support to pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They will assist with individual learning programmes, EHCPs, and personal care where required, help manage classroom behaviour, promote positive relationships, and encourage pupil independence and achievement.
Working closely with teachers and other professionals, the Teaching Assistant will contribute to lesson planning, deliver learning activities, monitor progress, and provide constructive feedback. The role also includes assisting with classroom organisation, maintaining resources, recording pupil progress, and supporting assessment activities.
This role requires a compassionate, organised and flexible individual who can build strong relationships with pupils, support inclusion, and contribute positively to the wider school community.
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Benefits
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
- Networking opportunities across our trust
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare plan through Medicash, including cashback towards everyday healthcare bills and digital tools to improve wellbeing; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing emotional, financial and legal support
- Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 telephone support service and face-to-face counselling
Application
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For further information about the role please contact Crosshill School at 01254 667 713 or email info@crosshill.blackburn.sch.uk.
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everyone working for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.
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