Y2 TA


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£90 to £100 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 5TU
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	2 Oct 2026
Closing date:	9 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and highly regarded primary school in Lancashire to recruit a dedicated Year 2 Teaching Assistant. This friendly and inclusive school is committed to providing a nurturing learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Your new role

As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons while helping pupils to develop both academically and socially. You will work closely with individual pupils and small groups, providing targeted support to ensure all children can access learning and make progress.Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 2 classroom.

Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning objectives.

Assisting with phonics, reading, writing and numeracy interventions.

Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.

Assisting with classroom preparation, displays and resource organisation.

Promoting positive behaviour in line with the school's policies.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1.

A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

A good understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

A patient, caring and proactive approach.

The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one through Hays.

What you'll get in return

Competitive rates of pay.

Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant.

Access to a wide range of CPD and training opportunities.

Opportunities to work within a highly supportive school environment.

Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities.

Access to Hays' employee benefits and discount schemes.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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