Primary School Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive team at a school in Chelmsford.

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Start Date: ASAP depending on vetting time
Hours: 8.30-15.30 (potentially more depending on the role)

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students across a range of abilities and year groups. You’ll assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, help manage classroom behaviour, and provide tailored support to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children is desirable, but we also welcome applications from candidates with transferrable skills (e.g., youth work, coaching, care, customer service).

• Must hold a Grade C/4 or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

• Must have a child-only enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one prior to starting.

• Strong communication skills and a patient, positive attitude.

• A genuine interest in education and helping young people reach their potential.

Why Join Us?

• A dedicated consultant to assist you in finding work and support you to start your new role

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  Weekly pay paid via PAYE

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  Relationships with schools across Essex to help you to make the first steps

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  A free CPD academy to allow you to upskill ready for you next role and improve your employment prospects

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  £50 referral scheme 

If you are caring, reliable, and eager to support the next generation, we’d love to hear from you.

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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