Teaching Assistant

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Opportunities | Blackburn Looking for a rewarding role supporting young people in education? Join Veritas Education today! Veritas Education is currently recruiting dedicated and…

Pay rate £95 – £120/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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Secondary Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Opportunities | Blackburn

Looking for a rewarding role supporting young people in education? Join Veritas Education today!

Veritas Education is currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistants to work on a full-time basis in a range of secondary schools across Blackburn.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting students both academically and personally, helping them to achieve their full potential within the classroom and beyond.

The Role:

Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons
Providing one-to-one and small group interventions
Assisting students with additional learning and behavioural needs
Encouraging positive engagement, confidence, and progress
Helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

Experience working with young people, preferably within an educational setting
A positive, proactive, and patient approach
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff
A passion for helping young people succeed
A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What Veritas Education Offers:

Competitive rates of pay
Full-time opportunities in supportive secondary schools
Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant
Access to a variety of school environments and experiences
Potential pathways into teacher training and long-term educational careersWhether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate, a youth worker, sports coach, or someone looking to build a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your education career with Veritas Education, supporting secondary schools across Blackburn.

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

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