Humly

    Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover - Blackburn - Full Time - November Start

    £14.26/hour

    Location

    Blackburn with Darwen

    Role

    Teaching Assistant

    Sector

    Primary

    Contract type

    Long Term

    Start date

    2 November 2026

    End date

    28 May 2027

    Pay

    £14.26/hour

    Posted 26 days ago

    Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover - Blackburn - Full Time - November Start

    £14.25 per hour | Blackburn | Full Time | November Start | Maternity Cover

    Humly are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Blackburn from October half term. This full-time role is to cover a maternity position, with the school looking for someone reliable, positive and confident who can support pupils across the school day.

    This Teaching Assistant maternity cover role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or education professional with previous primary school experience. You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to help pupils stay focused, engaged and supported with their learning.

    Role Details

    • Teaching Assistant maternity cover role in a Blackburn primary school

    • Full-time school-based role

    • Start from October half term

    • Covering a maternity position

    • Supporting pupils across the school day

    • Working closely with the class teacher

    • Supporting learning, classroom routines and pupil engagement

    • Working as part of the wider school team

    • £14.25 per hour

    What You'll Be Doing

    • Supporting pupils with their learning across the school day

    • Providing 1:1 and small group support where required

    • Supporting pupils within the classroom

    • Helping pupils stay focused, settled and engaged

    • Supporting children to access classroom activities and learning

    • Reinforcing learning and helping pupils develop confidence

    • Supporting classroom routines and transitions

    • Encouraging positive attitudes towards learning

    • Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils

    • Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team

    • Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

    You'll Be a Good Fit If You...

    • Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar education role

    • Have experience working in a primary school setting

    • Are confident supporting pupils across the school day

    • Are reliable, positive and approachable

    • Can build positive relationships with pupils

    • Are confident supporting learning and classroom routines

    • Understand the importance of calm and consistent support

    • Can work effectively alongside a class teacher

    • Are adaptable and confident working as part of a school team

    • Are available to start from October half term

    • Are looking for a longer-term school-based opportunity

    Why Join Humly?

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    Safeguarding Statement:

    Humly is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow strict safer recruitment practices and a rigorous selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants.

    All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. In line with safeguarding legislation and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory checks, including DBS and Teacher Services.

    Due to the nature of working with vulnerable groups, all applicants must disclose any spent convictions or cautions (unless protected) in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975.