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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Tarleton Academy · Preston · Lancashire

Job description

Do you want a career where every day brings new challenges, new achievements and the opportunity to make a genuine difference?

At Tarleton Academy, we believe every child deserves the support, encouragement and opportunity to thrive. We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our caring and ambitious team, helping our pupils grow academically, socially and emotionally.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about working with children and enjoys building positive relationships that inspire confidence, independence and success. No two days are the same, but every day offers the chance to see the impact your support can have on a child's learning and wellbeing.

Why join Tarleton Academy?

As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues who are committed to providing an inclusive environment where every child can flourish. You'll be encouraged to develop your own skills while playing a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

We're looking for someone who:

Is passionate about helping children succeed, both in and beyond the classroom.

Is caring, patient and approachable, building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.

Is proactive, adaptable and resilient, responding confidently to the changing needs of the school day.

Brings creativity and enthusiasm to supporting learning and engaging pupils.

Communicates effectively and works collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

Understands the importance of safeguarding and is committed to promoting the welfare of every child.

Shares our high expectations and belief that every child can achieve their best.

If you're looking for a role where your work truly matters and where you can go home knowing you've made a positive difference to children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

ROLE DETAILS

This post is part time (31.25 hrs) permanent and term time only plus inset days. Working hours will be between Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:15pm

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete our online application form in full, along with a personal statement to support your application and outline the relevant experience you can bring to Endeavour Learning Trust.

Applications should be submitted by 9am on Thursday 6th August 2026.

Interviews are to be held week commencing 10th August 2026.

If you require any further information please contact our central team at vacancies@endeavourlearning.org

SAFEGUARDING

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Tarleton Academy

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Not rated
Pupils
675
Avg teacher salary
£53,617
Pupil:teacher ratio
15.8:1
Academy trust
ENDEAVOUR LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6AQ

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£18,459.20 - £19,048.48 Annually (Actual) Grade 4 SCP 4-6 FTE £25,185 - £25,989
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
21 July 2026
Closing date
6 August 2026

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