Secondary School Teaching Assistant - Blackpool

Description:

Teaching Assistants Required - Blackpool

September 2026 Start | Full-Time Opportunities Available

Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Blackpool who are looking to appoint a number of Teaching Assistants from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates considering a career in education, or individuals with relevant experience supporting young people who are looking to make a real difference in the classroom.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support students both in and out of the classroom
Work closely with teaching staff to raise attainment and engagement
Provide 1:1 and small group interventions
Support pupils with additional learning needs, including SEMH and SEND
Help promote positive behaviour and a safe learning environment
Build strong relationships with students and staff across the school

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
Be confident supporting students with varying learning needs and abilities
Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
Be enthusiastic, resilient and adaptable
Be passionate about helping young people achieve their potential

What Veritas Education Can Offer

Competitive daily rates of pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated Secondary Education Consultant
Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
Free safeguarding and CPD training
A straightforward and supportive registration processWhether you're an experienced TA, sports coach, youth worker, graduate or looking to start a career within education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Andy Johnson at Veritas Education to find out more about this opportunity.

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Veritas Education

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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 interviewVeritas 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