Teaching Assistant - Chorley.

About the company

We work closely with community schools and multi-academy trusts that value dependable, proactive classroom support. We match assignments to your schedule and experience-offering the ideal balance between flexible supply days and structured long-term contracts.

Your tasks

Your Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant

• Work with children individually (1:1) or in small intervention groups to boost reading, writing, and maths progress.
• Support pupils with diverse educational needs (SEN), ensuring learning tasks are accessible, engaging, and inclusive.
• Collaborate with class teachers to prepare interactive resources, tidy learning spaces, and set up daily activities.
• Act as an encouraging role model, boosting confidence, positive behaviour, and emotional resilience.
• Supervise playtime, dining areas, and school trips to uphold a safe and caring school environment.
• Keep class teachers informed with clear feedback on student engagement and developmental milestones.

Requirements

Are you a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new role in Chorley? Whether you are ready to jump straight into action this November with flexible short-term assignments, or planning ahead to guarantee your placement for January, Randstad Education has an array of rewarding opportunities across our partner primary schools in Chorley and the surrounding areas!

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or substantial classroom support experience).
• Demonstrated experience working with primary-aged pupils.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence with positive behaviour management techniques.
• A proactive, caring, and adaptable classroom mindset.
• An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to process one through Randstad).

What we offer

Flexible Pathways to Suit You

• November Short-Term & Day-to-Day Assignments: Hit the ground running with immediate weekly supply, sickness cover, or pre-Christmas classroom support. Enjoy complete control over your schedule, zero take-home prep, and exposure to varied primary classrooms.
• January Long-Term Placements: Secure guaranteed consistency for the start of the new term with fixed-term contracts, enabling you to build lasting rapport with pupils, staff, and leadership teams.

Why Join Randstad Education?

• Direct PAYE Pay: Reliable, competitive weekly pay with zero umbrella company charges.
• Smart App Booking: Manage your calendar, update your availability, and accept shifts at the touch of a button.
• Free CPD & Safeguarding Modules: Upskill with free accredited training, including Safeguarding Levels 1 & 2.
• Dedicated Specialist Consultant: Direct, personal support from Jessica to help you secure the best schools and rates in Chorley.
• £300 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Claim £300 in Love2Shop vouchers whenever you refer an educator or support colleague who completes 30 days of work!

How to apply

Send your CV directly to Jessica Verndet at .

Other

How to Apply Primary schools across Chorley are finalizing their staffing plans for both November and January-secure your spot today!