Year 3/4 Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference KS2TA/56722_1767866909
Closing date February 7, 2026
Location Lancaster, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Year 3/4 General Teaching Assistant - Lancaster

Full Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm Start Date: Thursday 5th February 2026 - July 2026

A welcoming primary school in Lancaster is seeking a committed and experienced General Teaching Assistant to support between their Year 3 and Year 4 class from Monday 5th February 2026 until the end of the academic year (July 2026).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive school environment where you will play a vital role in helping pupils thrive.

About the Role

  • Supporting teaching and learning in a Year 3 and 4 classrooms
  • Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm, Monday to Friday
  • Working closely with the class teacher to enhance learning, deliver small‑group and 1:1 support, and assist with classroom routines
  • Contributing to pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
  • Providing adaptable support across core subjects where needed
  • Supported throughout the placement by Sarah Maclachlan, Principal Recruitment Consultant at Veritas Education, with over 14 years' experience in the education recruitment sector.

    • What We're Looking For

    The school is seeking a confident, proactive, and experienced Teaching Assistant who will be a true asset to both the teacher and the class.

    Essential qualities include:

  • Previous experience working as a TA in a primary setting
  • Strong understanding of KS2 learning and classroom expectations
  • Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils
  • A calm, friendly, and professional approach
  • Reliability, excellent communication, and strong teamwork skills

    • How to Apply

    If you feel you would be a great fit for this role, please get in touch as soon as possible. The closing date for CVs is Friday 23rd January 2026.

    Send your CV to: smaclachlan@veritas-education.com

    Early applications are encouraged, as interviews and trial days may be arranged swiftly with the school. For more information, please call Sarah Maclachlan on 01772 846610.

    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 interview

    • Veritas 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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