Job Details
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Level 1)Salary: Grade B, SCP 3, Actual Salary: £18,773 per annumContract Type: PermanentContract Terms: 32.5 hours, Part Time, Term TimeClosing Date: Monday, 13th July 2026Required From: Tuesday, 1st September 2026
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in their learning, wellbeing and personal development, working closely with teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
About the Role
Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access learning, build confidence and achieve their potential. You will play an important role in promoting independence, encouraging positive behaviour and ensuring pupils feel safe, valued and included.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with their learning, wellbeing and personal care needs.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and preparing classroom resources.
- Promote positive behaviour and inclusion for all pupils.
- Help monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Support literacy, numeracy and other curriculum activities.
- Supervise pupils during lessons, breaks, educational visits and school activities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and other professionals.
- Use Team Teach de-escalation and positive handling strategies in line with training.
About You
- Is passionate about supporting children and young people.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Builds positive relationships and acts as a strong role model.
- Is patient, caring and committed to inclusion.
- Works effectively as part of a team and uses their own initiative.
- Is willing to undertake training and professional development.
Our Employee Benefits
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution.
- Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- A strong and caring ethos among staff and students.
- Networking opportunities across the trust.
- Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme.
- Healthcare plan through Medicash, offering cashback towards everyday healthcare bills and access to digital and virtual tools for wellbeing, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health and Wellbeing support via Medicash with a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face-to-Face counselling service.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For more information about the role, please contact Crosshill School on 01254 667 713 or by emailing info@crosshill.blackburn.sch.uk.
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.
Crosshill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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