Primary School Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Full-Time | Part-Time | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Competitive Daily Pay | Immediate & Ongoing Roles Available

Are you passionate about helping children thrive in the classroom?
Looking to join supportive and forward-thinking primary schools in Bedford?

We are currently recruiting committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Bedford. These schools are dedicated to creating inclusive environments where every child feels supported, challenged, and inspired to achieve their best.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

• Deliver 1:1 support or lead small group interventions

• Assist children with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs

• Work alongside the class teacher to support lesson delivery

• Help manage classroom behaviour positively and effectively

• Contribute to a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment

This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates considering teacher training, or individuals with childcare, youth work, or care experience.

We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children (school-based or similar setting)

• A patient, proactive, and flexible approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for education and child development

• Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification (desirable but not essential)

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What You’ll Receive:

• Competitive and weekly pay

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle

• Access to CPD and safeguarding training

• Opportunities for long-term or permanent placements

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Experience across a range of supportive Bedford primary schools

Safeguarding

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safeguarding and child protection requirements. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Apply Now

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in Bedford primary schools, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV today and our team will be in touch to discuss suitable roles and guide you through the next steps, including compliance and registration.

Take the next step in your education career today.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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