Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Unqualified Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Contract Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Rate: £105 to £110 per day
No classroom experience? That is not a problem. Do you have the patience, the energy and the willingness to learn?
We are recruiting a committed and enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Preston. This is a full-time role starting ASAP, working Monday to Friday during term time. No formal teaching qualification is needed. Attitude matters more than paperwork.

About the Role:

You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff, helping pupils get the most out of every lesson. Full induction and ongoing training are provided, so this is a genuine route into education for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the class teacher with lessons, activities and classroom routines
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Helping to prepare resources and keep the classroom organised
• Encouraging positive behaviour and building pupils' confidence
• Supporting pupils at break, lunch and during transitions

Who We're Looking For:

No school experience is required. We welcome applications from people with backgrounds in childcare, nursery and early years, care and support work, youth work, sports coaching, retail and hospitality, as well as graduates and career changers looking for a first step into schools.
You must be:

• Reliable and genuinely keen to be in a classroom
• Patient and calm with young people
• Proactive and willing to use your initiative
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team
• Holder of an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to apply for one

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly
• A dedicated consultant who knows the local education market
• Free ongoing CPD and training
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• Refer a friend rewards

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your education career.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
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

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.