Teacher Assistant Year 5

  • Veritas Education Recruitment
  • Lancaster, Lancashire
  • Jan 30, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Year 5 (1:1 & Classroom Support)
Start Date: Monday Full-Time 08:45-15:15 Monday-Friday

Are you an enthusiastic and supportive Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity? We're recruiting for a dedicated TA to join a welcoming primary school, supporting a Year 5 class in a mixed role that combines both 1:1 support and general classroom assistance.

The Role:
You will work closely with the class teacher to provide support across the classroom, as well as offering some focused 1:1 support to a pupil who requires additional help. The school are seeking an extra adult in the room to ensure all children can fully access their learning. Some out-of-class support work will also be required.

Hours: 08:45-15:15
Days: Monday to Friday
Location: Lancaster

Responsibilities:

  • Providing 1:1 support to a child with additional needs
  • Assisting the teacher with general classroom duties
  • Supporting pupils with their learning and emotional development
  • Leading small group work where required
  • Contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

  • Previous experience supporting children (school-based preferred)
  • A proactive, caring, and flexible approach
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

If you're available for an immediate start and would like to be considered for this role, please apply now or get in touch for more details. Call Sarah Maclachlan (phone number removed).


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.'