Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - KS2 Classroom Support - Bolton

Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Ongoing

Veritas Education is recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Bolton. This role involves supporting learning across a Key Stage 2 classroom, working alongside the class teacher to help pupils engage, progress, and feel confident in their learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils during whole-class teaching, group activities, and independent work
• Assisting with targeted support for pupils who may need additional guidance
• Helping to prepare resources and contribute to a positive, well-organised learning environment
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, participation, and positive attitudes towards learning
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team

We welcome applicants who bring:

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting children in a primary school setting, ideally within KS2
• A patient, encouraging approach and the ability to build positive relationships
• Confidence supporting learning routines and classroom expectations

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS Check, reference checks, and-if relevant-overseas police clearances in line with safeguarding policies.
Employment history for the past 10 years should be provided, including explanations for any gaps.
Applicants need to have the legal right to work in the UK and be available for a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with schools across Greater Manchester and Lancashire to provide teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to enhancing students' education by placing skilled and passionate professionals where they are most needed.

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.'